Specified Low-Income Beneficiary (SLMB)
People with certain disabilities may qualify for SLMB, if they earn between 100-120% FPL and if their resources are below $8,400 if single and $12,600 if married. If you meet these criteria, SLMB will pay for the Medicare Part B premium ($170.10 in 2022). This Savings Program has a Monthly income limit of $20 general income disregard. The income limit in Hawaii and Alaska are higher. The limit for
Residents of 48 states & District of Columbia are $1,379 for singles and $1,851 for married couples. In Alaska, the limit is $1,719 for singles and $2,309 for married couples. In Hawaii, the limit is $1,583 for singles and $2,126 for married couples.