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Medicare Hikes Eat Into Social Security COLA

Medicare Hikes Eat Into Social Security COLA

Update: 2025-11-21
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Rising Medicare costs threaten to offset Social Security increases for retirees in 2026. The standard Medicare Part B premium is set to jump by nearly 10%, reducing the actual benefit of the COLA increase. The hold harmless provision protects some beneficiaries, but the rising cost of healthcare remains a significant factor in retirees financial well-being.

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Medicare Hikes Eat Into Social Security COLA

Medicare Hikes Eat Into Social Security COLA