Analysis: How Much Medicare’s Budget Shortfall Could Cost You in Your Retirement

The reserves for Medicare Part A for hospital visits will run out in 2036, according to the Social Security and Medicare Boards of Trustees. This will lead to an immediate 11 percent reduction in benefits. A data analysis by NTD shows, based on your current age, the equivalent amount of money you are losing in either out-of-pocket costs or reduced services over the entire course of your retirement.