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What is the Medicare Part B deductible?
The Part B deductible is the amount you pay each year for Part B services before Original Medicare starts to pay. After it, you usually pay 20% coinsurance.
Definition and figures from CMS fact sheet, Medicare.gov, checked October 23, 2026. This page explains the term; it does not recommend a plan.
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Medicare Part B deductible: the facts
| Item | Fact | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $283 | CMS fact sheet: 2026 Medicare Parts A & B premiums and deductibles (Nov 14, 2025) |
| 2025 | $257 | CMS fact sheet: 2026 Medicare Parts A & B premiums and deductibles (Nov 14, 2025) |
| After the deductible | Usually 20% of the Medicare-approved amount | Medicare.gov: Medicare costs (2026) |
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What does medicare part b deductible mean in health insurance?
The Part B deductible is the amount you pay each year for Part B services before Original Medicare starts to pay. After it, you usually pay 20% coinsurance.