For 2026, the Medicare Part A inpatient hospital deductible is $1,736 , and the standard Medicare Part B annual deductible is $283.

Key 2026 Medicare deductibles

  • Medicare Part A (hospital) :
    • Inpatient hospital deductible per benefit period: $1,736 in 2026, up from $1,676 in 2025.
* This is what you pay when you’re admitted as an inpatient before Part A starts paying its share.
  • Medicare Part B (medical/outpatient) :
    • Annual deductible: $283 in 2026, up from $257 in 2025.
* You generally pay this amount each year before Part B starts covering most doctor visits and outpatient services.
  • Standard Part B premium for context :
    • 2026 standard monthly premium: $202.90.

Simple HTML table for quick view

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<table>
  <thead>
    <tr>
      <th>Medicare part</th>
      <th>2025 deductible</th>
      <th>2026 deductible</th>
      <th>Change</th>
    </tr>
  </thead>
  <tbody>
    <tr>
      <td>Part A (inpatient hospital, per benefit period)</td>
      <td>$1,676 [web:1][web:5]</td>
      <td>$1,736 [web:1][web:5]</td>
      <td>+ $60 [web:1][web:5]</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>Part B (annual)</td>
      <td>$257 [web:1][web:3][web:5]</td>
      <td>$283 [web:1][web:3][web:5]</td>
      <td>+ $26 [web:1][web:3][web:5]</td>
    </tr>
  </tbody>
</table>

Quick scoop takeaway

  • Expect slightly higher out-of-pocket costs in 2026 before Medicare starts paying (both for hospital stays and outpatient care).
  • Reviewing Medigap or Medicare Advantage options can help manage these rising deductibles if you have frequent care needs.

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