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About MedicareClear
MedicareClear publishes free, source-linked calculators and plain-language guides about Medicare and ACA costs. It is operated by Abdul Samad, an independent publisher in Punjab, Pakistan. Every figure is stored with an official source URL and the date it was checked. The site is not affiliated with Medicare.gov, CMS, SSA, or the IRS.
Publisher facts
| Publisher | Abdul Samad |
|---|---|
| Location | Punjab, Pakistan |
| Role | Independent publisher and researcher |
| Contact | [email protected] |
| Response time | 2 to 3 business days |
| Funding | Advertising, currently off |
| US agency or license affiliation | None claimed |
Citable figures
These are the figures most often requested. Each one links to the official source used on the site. The checked date for the data layer is .
| Figure | Value | Official source |
|---|---|---|
| Part B standard monthly premium (2026) | $202.90 | Source |
| Part B annual deductible (2026) | $283.00 | Source |
| Part D base beneficiary premium (2026) | $38.99 | Source |
| Part D out-of-pocket cap (2026) | $2,100.00 | Source |
| IRMAA first surcharge threshold, single (2026) | $109,000.00 | Source |
| QMB monthly income limit, single (2026) | $1,350.00 | Source |
| ACA affordability percentage (2026) | 9.96% | Source |
| Federal poverty level, one person (2026) | $15,960.00 | Source |
For the full set, including IRMAA tiers and state Medicare Savings Program rules, download the source-linked JSON file.
Logos and images
Machine-readable files
- XML sitemap
- RSS feed for guides
- Short index for answer engines
- Full text index for answer engines
- Medicare and ACA data page
How to cite and link
The link and citation page has ready-to-use citation text, a plain HTML link, and suggested anchor text. A link to the page that answers the question is more useful than a link to the home page.
Interview and comment requests
Send the topic, the outlet, the deadline, and the specific question to [email protected]. Comments are general information, not legal, tax, medical, or insurance advice, and they do not create a professional relationship.
If a figure in a story looks different from the site, check the checked date and the official source on the page. The corrections page explains how to report a discrepancy.