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What is the Medicare Part B premium?
The Part B premium is the monthly amount you pay for Medicare Part B, even if you do not use Part B services. People with higher incomes pay more through IRMAA.
Definition and figures from CMS fact sheet, checked October 23, 2026. This page explains the term; it does not recommend a plan.
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Medicare Part B premium: the facts
| Item | Fact | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Standard premium, 2026 | $202.90 a month | CMS fact sheet: 2026 Medicare Parts A & B premiums and deductibles (Nov 14, 2025) |
| Standard premium, 2025 | $185.00 a month | CMS fact sheet: 2026 Medicare Parts A & B premiums and deductibles (Nov 14, 2025) |
| Higher incomes | Adjusted by IRMAA, from $284.10 to $689.90 total in 2026 | CMS fact sheet: 2026 Medicare Parts A & B premiums and deductibles (Nov 14, 2025) |
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What does medicare part b premium mean in health insurance?
The Part B premium is the monthly amount you pay for Medicare Part B, even if you do not use Part B services. People with higher incomes pay more through IRMAA.
What is the 2027 Part B premium?
CMS had not released 2027 Part A and B figures when this page was checked. The 2026 standard premium is $202.90.