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Medicare Part B 2026 Costs and Penalties | Health and Fitness News
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- Jul 25, 2026
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Summary
Medicare Part B just got more expensive—and timing is everything. For 2026, the monthly premium jumps to $202.90 with a $283 deductible, then you pay 20% after that. If you’re on Social Security, you’re auto-enrolled—but if not, missing your initial enrollment window can cost you a 10% penalty for every late year. Still working? If your employer has 20+ employees, you’re covered without penalty. Smaller employers? Sign up or pay the price. New in 2026: Medicare’s rolling out Advanced Primary Care Management for better chronic care coordination and expanding telehealth and mental health access. But here’s the kicker—the premium hike outpaces Social Security’s cost-of-living adjustment, making healthcare harder to afford for seniors on fixed incomes. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/11cc52149f8246da