The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services have released the Medicare premium and deductible amounts for 2008.
| 2008 | Part A | Part B |
| Premium Note: Medicare Part A premium is only applicable to individuals who are required to buy Medicare Part A | $423 | $96.40 |
| Deductible | $1,024 | $135 |
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