Program Overview
The Specified Low-Income Medicare Beneficiary (SLMB) program is one of the Medicare Savings Programs (MSP) that helps you pay for your Medicare Part B premiums.
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Unlike other programs, SLMB only pays for the Medicare Part B premium.
SLMB recipients are automatically enrolled in the low-income subsidy (LIS), also called “extra help.” The LIS or extra help pays for one of the following:
- The full cost of a Medicare Part D (prescription coverage) benchmark plan
- A portion of a non-benchmark plan, yearly deductibles, and either co-insurance or copays.
- This benefit also allows you to change your Medicare Part D or Medicare Advantage plans outside of the open enrollment period.
Who is eligible?
- You must have Medicare Part A to qualify.
- You must live in Connecticut.
Income limits:
Income limits (these change from year to year)
Asset limit:
Connecticut does not have an asset limit for Medicare Savings Programs.
How to Apply:
Apply online: Visit www.connect.ct.gov and click “Apply for Benefits.”
Apply by mail: Complete the appropriate form and mail it to DSS ConneCT Scanning Center, PO Box 1320, Manchester, CT 06045.
Forms:
- If you want to apply for Medicare Savings Plan ONLY: W-1QMB
- If you want to apply for Medicare Savings Plan and additional DSS programs such as: SNAP (food stamps), cash assistance, or HUSKY C programs such as Medicaid for Employees with Disabilities (MED-Connect): W-1E Application for Benefits
• Drop off your application: Drop off the completed application at a local DSS Regional Office. See a list of local offices: Office Locator.
• Apply in-person for MSP benefits at local DSS office. See a list of local offices here.