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How to apply for New York Medicare Savings Programs (QMB / SLMB / QI)
New York State Department of Health — Medicare Savings Programs administered through county Departments of Social Services (NYC HRA for the 5 boroughs); pays Medicare Part B premiums (and sometimes deductibles + coinsurance)
Who it's for
NY Medicare Savings Programs help Medicare beneficiaries pay Part B premiums and (for QMB) deductibles and coinsurance. NY income limits are HIGHER than the federal floor: QMB up to ~$1,800/month single / $2,432 couple (138% FPL); SLMB to ~$2,160/month single / $2,918 couple (165% FPL); QI to ~$2,427/month single / $3,279 couple (186% FPL). NO RESOURCE TEST in NY (the federal $9,660 / $14,470 resource test was removed in NY as of 2023). Apply through county DSS, NYC HRA (212-331-3126), or the NY State of Health marketplace.
NY has NO RESOURCE TEST for MSP (eliminated 2023) and income limits are well above the federal floor. Most Medicare beneficiaries below ~$29K single income should at least qualify for QI (Part B premium relief).
What you'll need
- Medicare card
- Proof of all household income
- Proof of NY residency
- Photo identification
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 800-541-2831
Renewals
annual recertification
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