# Medicare Part D Premiums Hold Steady in 2027

> Medicare Part D premiums stay near $36 monthly in 2027 despite subsidy cuts.
- Title: Medicare Part D Premiums Hold Steady in 2027 · Kiplinger
- Summary: Medicare Part D premiums stay near $36 monthly in 2027 despite subsidy cuts. Medicare Part D beneficiaries face stable monthly premiums of $36 in 2027 after…
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- Source: Kiplinger — https://kiplinger.com/retirement/medicare/medicare-part-d-premiums-set-to-hold-steady-after-subsidy-cuts
- Published: 2026-10-07T14:30:00+00:00
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- Topics: medicare part d, premiums, subsidy cuts, 2027, cms, out-of-pocket maximum, deductible
## Medicare Part D Subsidies End
CMS ended federal subsidies for Part D premiums in August, affecting 56.1 million beneficiaries.
## 2027 Premium Projections
Average stand-alone Part D premiums rise less than $1 to $36.00 from $35.09 in 2026.
## Higher Out-of-Pocket Costs
Beneficiaries face a $2,400 out-of-pocket maximum and $700 deductible in 2027.
## Market Conditions Return to Normal
CMS says Part D market is returning to normal competitive conditions after subsidy cuts.
## MA-PD Plan Discounts
MA-PD plans see 38% premium drop to $7.00 from $11.32 in 2026 after rebates.
## Access to Affordable Plans
88% of non-low-income beneficiaries can access basic Part D plans for $10.30 or less monthly.
## Key takeaway

Medicare Part D beneficiaries face stable monthly premiums of $36 in 2027 after federal subsidy cuts.