Why was my client’s Part A Medicare suspended?
Full question: I have a client who had their Part A Medicare suspended by SSA & Medicare but she cannot get a reason for this can you help me find the reason? Hi there, This is an issue that the client must contact the SSA about. I would encourage them to reach out to their…
Read MoreCan I pay Medicare on a monthly basis?
Full question: My social security only covers small part of medicare payment. Medicare does NOT allow me to pay the rest monthly but charges me one huge sum once a year. WHY? Hi there, It sounds like your full monthly Medicare premiums are higher than you Social Security benefit. If this is due to your…
Read MoreHow long must one work to be eligible to collect retirement benefits, and Medicare Part A?
Full question: Farmer housewife never paid into SS…needs to get a job and pay into SS,,(how long ,how many years, or make how much money) to be eligible to collect SS retirement, and more importantly receive part A medicare? Hi there, She would need to work and pay FICA payroll taxes on earnings for a…
Read MoreHow do I stop paying for Medicare Part D?
Full question: My husband is 82.5 years old. He retired a few months before his 65th birthday. Since that time, he has been paying additional money for Medicare Part D. How can we stop these deductions/payments? Hi there, Your husband may be paying additional money due to the Medicare Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount (IRMAA). This…
Read MoreAre Medicare benefits different when switching from disability to retirement?
Hi there, No, they are not different. I am assuming you are asking about reaching full retirement on SSDI and having that benefit converted to a retirement benefit. You should not see any change in your Medicare. But it is wise to verify as you transition just to make sure. Best of luck, Martha
Read MoreHow do I transfer my Part B Medicare coverage from my spouse’s record?
Full question: I need help getting my Part B coverage transferred from my Spousal record to my Own record. I filed for Social Security benefits at age 70 but Social Security dropped my Part B coverage. Hi there, Please reach out to your local SSA office for a call or in-person meeting to help you…
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