The numbers nobody explains to you.

Social Security, Medicare and retirement costs in plain English. We show where each figure comes from and when it applies.

Sources you can checkFigures come from SSA, CMS, IRS and other public agencies

The right yearWe show when each figure applies because the numbers change

Independent informationWe explain the figures without recommending a plan

Start with what changed for you.

Choose the situation that sounds closest to yours.

Answer five questions and see a clear estimate of your 2026 Part B premium, income adjustment, deductible and coverage gaps.

PAST 55 COST CHECKER2026

Your estimated monthly premium

$202.90

Part B premium$202.90 / mo

Part B deductible$283 / yr

Routine dental$0 covered

This example uses the standard rate. Your estimate will reflect your answers.

Each guide explains what caused the number, who it applies to and when it changes.

The two-year lookback means a home sale, Roth conversion or large distribution can raise your bill long after the money moved.

See the typical cost of dental care, glasses, hearing aids and long-term care when Original Medicare pays nothing.

Our publishing rule

"If we cannot name the source and the year, the number does not go on the page."

We show the source, year and limits behind every figure.

Source

Each figure comes from a named agency or published source.

Date

Annual amounts show the year they apply to and when we last checked them.

Limit

We explain the exceptions and do not give personal advice.

The checker is free, private and uses official 2026 figures.