India, Feb. 10 -- The increased Medicare premiums for 2026 are becoming a problem for many elderly people in the US amid the rising cost of everyday products. The 2026 Medicare premium hikes were notified in November 2025 and took effect starting January this year. And, many elderly are feeling the burnt.

The Centre for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) increased the Part A and Part B standard premium and the deductible from $185 in 2025 to $202.90 and the annual deductible from $257 in 2025 to $283.

It means Medicare holders have to pay around $500 more annually as base premium in the Part B section compared to what they were paying last year. On top of that, income surcharges are applied, further jacking up the cost of healthcare.

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