Medicare Part B Premiums

[marvholly]

I have seen a BUNCH of postings on this & other sites regarding the cost of this.

Someone said $86/month
I pay $95/month
Others have posted $105/month

What is the basis for this difference?

[Joan.of.the.Arch]

I think everyone starts with these costs. ($104.90/mo)

http://www.medicare.gov/your-medicare-costs/costs-at-a-glance/costs-at-glance.html

Then, there is help for some people in meeting those costs, especially as some live in states that want to make sure their qualifying citizens have signed onto Medicare.

http://www.medicare.gov/your-medicare-costs/help-paying-costs/get-help-paying-costs.html

[marvholly]

I went on Medicare in June 2011. I did NOT apply for any extra help programs. However, I was collecting unemployment at the time - $1300/month + a VERY small spousal pension of $120/month for a total income of $1440/month = $17280.

My income is now nearly double and has been nearly that since 2013 but my Part B premium has not changed. Am I locked in at the lower rate?