Friday, November 15, 2019

Medicare Part A and Part B Costs to Rise in 2020

Daily coinsurance rates for seniors in skilled nursing facilities will be rising next year. 

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on Friday announced the 2020 premiums, deductibles and coinsurance amounts for the Medicare Part A and Part B programs. 

Beneficiaries living in skilled nursing facilities will see their daily coinsurance for days 21 through 100 of extended care services during the benefit period rise from $170.50 in 2019 to $176 in 2020. 

Medicare Part B premiums will also be rising for seniors. The standard monthly premium will increase from $135.50 in 2019 to $144.60 for 2020. Annual deductibles also will increase from $185 for 2019 to $198 for 2020. 

“The increase in the Part B premiums and deductible is largely due to rising spending on physician-administered drugs. These higher costs have a ripple effect and result in higher Part B premiums and deductible,” CMS stated in a release

Medicare Part A covers inpatient hospital, skilled nursing facility, and some home health care services, while Part B covers physician services, outpatient hospital services, certain home health services, durable medical equipment, and certain other medical and health services not covered by Medicare Part A.

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