Archive for July 2025
Will Medicare Be Cut Under PAYGO? | 2025-2026 Medicare Funding Explained
Understanding PAYGO and Its Impact on Medicare With the passage of large federal legislation—like the One Big Beautiful Bill (H.R. 1)—there is growing concern about how it could affect Medicare. While the bill aims to reduce healthcare costs and improve transparency, it could unintentionally trigger automatic cuts under a budget rule called PAYGO. Here’s what…
Read MoreMedicare Drug Price Negotiations for 2026: What You Need to Know
Big Savings Ahead: 2026 Medicare Drug Price Negotiations Starting January 1, 2026, Medicare beneficiaries may see meaningful savings at the pharmacy counter. Thanks to provisions in the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), Medicare will begin implementing negotiated prices on select prescription drugs—targeting those with the highest costs and widespread usage in the Part D program. The…
Read MoreMedicare Part B 2026
Medicare Part B 2026 Premium: Projected Costs, IRMAA, and Planning Tips As healthcare costs continue to rise, many Medicare beneficiaries are looking ahead to 2026. According to official estimates, the standard Medicare Part B premium is projected to increase to $206.50 per month in 2026, up from $185.00 in 2025. This represents an 11.6% increase,…
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