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Request to lower an Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount (IRMAA)

If you've had a life-changing event that reduced your household income, you can ask to lower the additional amount you'll pay for Medicare Part B and Part D.

Life-changing events include marriage, divorce, the death of a spouse, loss of income, and an employer settlement payment.

Amended income tax returns

Call +1 800-772-1213 and tell the representative you want to lower your Medicare Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount (IRMAA) if you had an amended income tax return.

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Tell the representative you want to lower your Medicare Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount (IRMAA) due to a life-changing event.