How do I fix an issue with an IRMAA penalty?
Published: April 15, 2025Full question: I recently retired and got a letter claiming i was getting an IRMAA penalty based upon income from 2 years ago – but my current income is now 1/3 of what i made now that I’m retired. How do I fix this issue?
Hi there,
You can request to lower the IRMAA by using a more recent tax year to determine it due to your retirement. Retirement can be considered as a life-changing event. Request an appeal here. For personalized support, you can work with an RSSA here.
Best of luck,
Martha