What it is
The SSA runs Social Security retirement and disability benefits and handles most Medicare enrollments. It also determines IRMAA (income-related Part B and Part D surcharges) and processes appeals of those determinations.
Who should read this
- Anyone enrolling in Medicare.
- Beneficiaries reviewing an IRMAA determination.
- People coordinating Social Security retirement claims with Medicare.
Key topics covered
Medicare enrollmentRetirement benefitsIRMAA determinationsSSA-1020 & SSA-44 forms