What happens once I return this form?
We’ll process your form once we get it. Sometimes this can take 6 to 8 weeks. If we can’t
process your form, we’ll return the form to you with a letter explaining why.
Once your form is successfully processed, your Medicare Premium Bills (form CMS-500) will
state “THIS IS NOT A BILL” in the upper right corner, indicating that your automatic
deductions should begin. Until then, you must pay your Medicare premiums another way. (Visit
Medicare.gov for more information on ways to pay your premiums.)
How do automatic bank deductions work?
We’ll deduct your premiums from your bank account, usually on the 20th of each month. It will
appear on your bank statement as a “CMS Medicare Premium” Automated Clearing House
(ACH) transaction. Your initial ACH deduction can be up to 3 months’ premiums. After the
initial deduction, 1 month’s premiums plus $10 is the maximum deduction each month.
If you owe more than these limits, we won’t be able to deduct your premiums. Once the amount
you owe is within the limits, your automatic deductions can begin. Until then, you must pay
your Medicare premiums another way.
We’ll only try to deduct your premiums once each month. If your bank rejects or
returns your premiums deduction, we’ll send you a letter with instructions on other
ways to pay your premiums.
Do I need to do anything when my premium rate changes?
No, we’ll automatically deduct the new premium amount from your bank account.
What if I want to change bank accounts or stop Medicare Easy Pay?
Complete another Authorization Agreement for Preauthorized Payments form (SF-5510), and
indicate the type of change you want to make on the form. Mail the completed form to the
address above. It can take 6 to 8 weeks to change your bank account. You can get a new form at
Medicare.gov or by calling 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227). TTY users can call 1-877-
486-2048.
You have the right to get Medicare information in an accessible format, like large print, Braille, or audio. You also
have the right to file a complaint if you feel you’ve been discriminated against. Visit Medicare.gov/about-
us/accessibility-nondiscrimination-notice, or call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227) for more information. TTY
users can call 1-877-486-2048.
CMS Product No. 11636
Revised March 2019