Dear Toni: My Medicare starts Nov. 1, and I received my first bill, due Oct. 25, about a week ago. This bill is for three months, from Nov. 1 to Jan. 31, and it’s over $550. I currently have more than ...

You qualify for Medicare after paying Medicare taxes your entire career. While those taxes cover most of your costs, Medicare still charges additional premiums to enrollees. These premiums can be ...

A first Medicare bill may be higher than expected due to the number of months the bill covers, late enrollment penalties, or because a person earns above a certain amount and must pay a surcharge.

We break down what you need to know about Medicare premiums based on income in 2026, including if there are ways you can save ...