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Help paying for Medicare costs

Medicare Part A and B costs 2023

The Medicare Savings Program may be able to help with the cost of original Medicare including premiums and out-of-pocket costs.

  • Current gross monthly income limits are $1,660 (single) and $2,239 (couple) before Part B premiums are deducted. 
  • To apply, contact your local state Aging and People with Disabilities office by calling 800-282-8096 (toll-free). TTY users should call 800-282-8096 (toll-free).

Prescription drug costs 2023

Social Security offers help with prescription drug costs through the Limited Income Subsidy Program, also known as “Extra Help."

  • Current gross monthly income limits are $1,843 (single) and $2,485 (couple) before Part B premiums are deducted.
  • Resources are considered for this program. Resource limits are $17,010 (single) and $33,950 (couple) 
  • To learn more visit Social Security's website or call 800-772-1213 (toll-free). TTY users should call 800-325-0778 (toll-free).
  • Oregon SHIBA's counselors can also help you complete and submit an application for the Extra Help program.

The Oregon Prescription Drug Program may be able to reduce out-of-pocket costs for prescription drugs.

Medicare Part B and D savings

New help for Medicare costs!