What is IRMAA?

IRMAA stands for Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount. It is an additional charge added to Medicare Part B and Part D costs for people with higher incomes. For 2026, Medicare generally uses tax information from 2024 to determine whether you owe IRMAA. If your income has dropped because of a qualifying life-changing event, you may be able to ask Social Security to reconsider the surcharge.

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Medicare Supplement (Medigap) Underwriting

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