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Savvy Senior: What You'll Pay for Medicare in 2021

Dear Savvy Senior,

I know there will be a small cost-of-living increase in Social Security benefits next year but what about Medicare? What will the Medicare Part B monthly premiums be in 2021, and when do the surcharges kick in for higher income beneficiaries?

Inquiring Senior

Dear Inquiring,

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services recently announced their cost adjustments for 2021 and the...