Online Bill Payment for Medicare Premiums
Reading Time: 2 MinutesLast Updated: August 3, 2017
Social Security is here with tools and information to help you secure today and tomorrow. Did you know that you can pay your Medicare premiums online? If your bank offers the option to pay your bills online, you can use their service to pay for your Medicare premiums bill from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
You, or your representative, must sign up for your bank’s online bill payment process and you can contact your bank directly for assistance. Social Security and CMS are not involved in establishing the online bill pay service with your bank. Before you contact your bank to set up the process, make sure you have the following information available:
- Amount of your Medicare premium bill
- Account number: Medicare claim number without dashes. You can find this number on the red, white, and blue Medicare card.
- Biller name: CMS Medicare Insurance
- Biller’s address:
Medicare Premium Collection Center
P.O. Box 790355
St. Louis, MO 63179-0355
You’ll need to tell the bank how much money to deduct from your account to pay for the Medicare premium. You’ll also need to update the amount with your bank whenever there is a change in the Medicare premium amount. This usually happens in January when CMS announces the new Medicare premium rates. You can find more information at Medicare.gov or CMS’s online bill pay webpage.
Remember, CMS does not charge a fee for processing the electronic payments, but in some situations, a bank may charge their customers a fee for using their online bill payment service. If you have any questions about bill pay, please contact your bank or financial institution directly. You can also visit CMS’s online bill pay for more information on paying your Medicare premiums.
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Jennifer F.
I have been waiting for my social security card for over 10 business days. I paid 46.00 to recieve it. I’d like a refund if im not going to recieve it.
V.V.
Hi Jennifer, thank you for using our blog. The Social Security Administration does not charge for a replacement social security card. We recommend you only obtain a replacement if you need one. You will rarely need to show it. Knowing your Social Security number is what is important. However, if you must get a replacement card, you will need to gather documents proving both your identity and citizenship status. To see if you’re eligible to apply for a replacement Social Security card online and to learn more on the process and what documents you will need to get a card, visit our Social Security Number and Card web page.
Alexandro L.
Hello I need copies of Medicare part b bill please
A.C.
Hi, Alexandro. For your security, we do not have access to private information in this venue. We ask that members in our Blog community work with our offices with specific questions. You can call us at 1-800-772-1213, Monday through Friday, between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., for assistance. Generally, you will have a shorter wait if you call later in the day. You can also contact your local Social Security office. We hope this helps.
George C.
If I sign up for Social Security at 65, but still keep my employers health insurances, do I still pay Medicare premiums?
L.A.
Hi George. Generally, if you or your spouse are still working and are covered under a group health plan based on that employment, you should sign up for Medicare but you don’t need Medicare part B until you stop working or drop your health care coverage. However, you should speak to your personnel office, health benefits advisor, or health plan to see what’s best for you. To read more about whether you need Medicare Part B, click here. Hope this helps!
Frank M.
I paid Medicare part A, B and D on 2/25/19 but have not received my March 2019 statement why.
Wendell
I recently enrolled in Medicare. I received a bill for Medicare Part B and have a payment due date of 4/25/2019. However, I am still employed and have Medical Insurance through my employer. Can I cancel Part B until I retire, then re-enroll? What is the process?
A.C.
Hi, Wendell. Hi. Generally, if you or your spouse are still working and are covered under a group health plan based on that employment, you don’t need Medicare part B until you stop working or drop your health care coverage. However, you should speak to your personnel office, health benefits advisor, or health plan to see what’s best for you. To read more about whether you need Medicare Part B, click here. If you wish to terminate your enrollment, a signed request for termination and a personal interview is required. You will have to go to your local Social Security office. Hope this helps!
Pamela d.
I wrote and complain here before and never got a response. I signed up for Medicare 2 weeks before the start of the month I turned 65. I am working and have great insurance. I never would have signed up but for the threats that I will have to go 6 months without any coverage. I called someone at Social Security and now wish I had her name rank and serial number. She said she canceled it and now I have abbill for 4 months of Part B, to pay at the end of the month. I do not intend to pay it, I canceled it! Why would I want to start paying over double for my health insurance? I ask you!. I cancel before April 1st and my birthday was on the 6th.
Alan K.
I need to change how I am billed for medicare part B
It is now quarterly, but I want to do it monthly. Have tried calling and kept on hold forever.
david m.
what is my account balance. My medicare number is
Michael L.
Need cost of medicare for me for 2018 and 2019
JACQUELINE B.
I OWE $480 OR $440. I DO NOT HAVE IT ALL AT THIS TIME. CAN I GET SET UP A PAYMENT PLAN. I HAVE $200 THAT I WOULD LIKE TO PAY AT THIS TIME.