Health Care & Medication
Medicare Savings Program – Additional Low-Income Medicare Beneficiary (ALMB)
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This program pays for your Medicare Part B premium, which is $170.10 a month. Some people pay less than the full Part B standard monthly premium amount due to the statutory hold harmless provision. This provision limits certain beneficiaries’ increase in their Part B premium, so it cannot be greater than the increase in their Social Security benefits.

In addition, if you enroll in a Medicare Savings Program (also called an MSP), you will be signed up for the Extra Help program through Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage (also called Medicare Par. This program helps people with limited income and resources pay for their medicines.


How do I apply?

To apply for this program, you can print and fill out the application form and mail it to your local office. You can also apply by completing the online application.

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