How Agents Can Use 2026 Premium Increases to Build Trust and Retention

Medicare cost increases are nothing new, but 2026 is shaping up to be a year that beneficiaries will remember. Part B premiums are projected to climb 11.6% to $206.50 — the sharpest jump in dollar terms since 2022. Meanwhile, Part D base premiums are also expected to rise 6% to $38.99, alongside higher deductibles and tighter formularies. ARTICLE