Why you just got a $90 Social Security check

TL;DR

Millions of seniors are receiving a $90 deposit from the Social Security Administration as a rebate for Medicare Part B costs.
The payments are funded by the Medicare Improvement Fund.
Eligibility is limited to traditional Medicare Part B enrollees who do not pay income-related premiums or receive Medicaid premium assistance.
Medicare Advantage beneficiaries are ineligible for this payment.
The $90 payment is not expected to fully offset significant projected increases in Medicare Part B premiums.
Most eligible beneficiaries will receive the funds via direct deposit around October 8th, with some receiving paper checks later in October.

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