Laurie Gill
Cabinet Secretary
Cabinet Secretary
Medicare Recipients
The Medicare Savings Program assists individuals with payment on their Medicare expenses. This program can save people up to $1,734 each year.
Coverage Groups- Qualified Medicare Beneficiary: Pays for the Medicare Part A and Part B premium, deductibles and co-insurance.
- Special Low-Income Medicare Beneficiary: Pays for the Medicare Part B premium only.
- Qualified Individiual-1: Pays for the Medicare Part B premium only.
- Income limit is based on the family size and adjusted income of the adults in the household.
- Resource limit is $7,860 for an individual and $11,800 for a couple. Resources includes items such as checking and savings accounts and certificates of deposit.
When you apply, you must send proof of Medicare enrollment. If you have questions concerning Medicare enrollment call 1.800.772.1213 or visit Medicare's Website.
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