2015 Medicare Deductible and Premiums

CMS published a news release October 9, 2014 announcing Medicare premiums and deductibles for 2015.  For the second year in a row, the Medicare Part B deductible and premiums remain unchanged. 

The 2015 Medicare Part B deductible remains at $147.00.  Most Medicare beneficiaries will continue to pay $104.90 a month for the Part B premium.

Medicare beneficiaries with taxable income greater than $85,000 for an individual or $170,000 for a couple pay higher Medicare Part B premiums.

There are changes for Part A Medicare and skilled nursing facility benefits.  Additional details can be found at:  http://www.hhs.gov/news/press/2014pres/10/20141009a.html