Medicare premium hike for 2026 will cut heavily into COLA

In the first installment of the latest Medicare premium information to 2026. Notice how Medicare Part B premiums are rising significantly, reaching $202.90 monthly, which is increased by $185 from 2025. This 9.7 percent jump is an additional $17.90 per month in premiums to pay, which directly affects you Social Security cost of living adjustment (COLA) … Read more