In 2023, the QMB limit increased from 100% FPL to 138% FPL. SLMB has been eliminated. QI increased from 135% FPL to 186% FPL. Use this resource to learn more about enrolling in Medicaid or a Medicare Savings Program in New York. If you meet the income limits above, the Medicare Rights Center can help you apply for an MSP., Medicare Savings Programs: QMB, SLMB, QI . Medicare Savings Program basics. Medicare Savings Programs help cover Medicare costs for those with limited income and assets. Learn if you are eligible and how these programs can reduce your expenses. Last Updated: April 2, 2025, Medicare Savings Programs: QMB, SLMB, QI . Medicare Savings Program income and asset limits. Income and asset limits for Medicare Savings Programs may vary between states, with some states having no asset limits. Learn about eligibility rules and what resources are excluded. Last Updated: May 1, 2025, Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB) Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB) Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB) is a Medicare Savings Program (MSP) administered by each state’s Medicaid program. It helps people with Medicare who have limited income and assets pay their premiums, deductibles, and coinsurances., Cost-sharing can include deductibles, coinsurance, and copayments. Federal law prohibits Medicare providers from billing people enrolled in the Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB) program for any Medicare cost-sharing. This means that if you have QMB, Medicare providers should not bill you for any Medicare-covered services you receive., Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB) Gross monthly income limits: 100% Federal Poverty Level, or FPL, + $20** Most states: $1,325 – Individual $1,783 – Couple Asset limits: $9,660 – Individual $14,470 – Couple Specified Low-income Medicare Beneficiary (SLMB) Gross monthly income limits: 120% FPL + $20.