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QMB, SLMB, and QI
QMB, SLMB, and QI are three types of Medicare Savings Programs. Each one helps pay different Medicare costs based on your income level.
Also known as
Qualified Medicare Beneficiary
Specified Low-Income Medicare Beneficiary
Qualifying Individual
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Frequently asked questions about QMB, SLMB, and QI
What is QMB, SLMB, and QI?+
QMB, SLMB, and QI are three types of Medicare Savings Programs. Each one helps pay different Medicare costs based on your income level.
Who qualifies for QMB, SLMB, and QI?+
Most people 65+, plus some younger people with qualifying disabilities or end-stage renal disease.
How do I apply for QMB, SLMB, and QI?+
Most people are enrolled automatically at 65. To pick a plan or sign up manually, go to medicare.gov or call your free SHIP counselor. Official forms and instructions: https://www.medicare.gov/basics/costs/help/medicare-savings-programs.
Where can I get help?+
Call your free State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) for one-on-one Medicare counseling at no cost, or compare plans at medicare.gov.