Can't find how to print SS benefit statement showing Medicare deductions on SSA.gov

have you tried clicking on "Get a Benefit Verification Letter" in your my social security account? should show everything

The standard Benefit Verification Letter doesn't typically show the Medicare deduction breakdown. You'll need to request a different document called an "SSA-1099 Replacement" or a "Proof of Income Letter" which includes deductions. Here's how to get it: 1. Log into MySocialSecurity 2. Go to "Replacement Documents" section 3. Select "SSA-1099 Replacement" 4. For current year info (if you need most recent data), call SSA at 1-800-772-1213 and request a "Proof of Income Letter with Medicare Deduction Itemization" Alternatively, you can print your bank statement showing the actual deposit amount alongside your benefit verification letter as proof of the deduction.

My landlord needed the same thing last month!! The benefit letter is useless for this! I had to go INTO THE OFFICE after trying for 3 days to call them. Waited 2.5 hours but finally got the right paper. Ask for "PAYMENT HISTORY WITH DEDUCTION DETAILS" not just the verification letter!!!!!

I work with seniors on housing applications, and this is a common issue. What you need is the "Medicare Premium Payment Statement" which shows both your gross benefit and Medicare deduction. You have three options: 1. Download your SSA-1099 for the previous tax year (though this may not reflect current amounts) 2. Request a Payment History Statement by calling 1-800-772-1213 (specify you need Medicare deductions shown) 3. Visit your local office and request a "Benefit and Medicare Premium Statement" Also, for your housing application, most agencies will accept a combination of your benefit verification letter AND a recent bank statement showing the actual deposit amount. This effectively proves the difference is your Medicare premium.

I had the EXACT same problem when applying for reduced internet last year. Spent 3 days trying to call SSA and never got through - always disconnected after waiting forever! Finally used Claimyr (claimyr.com) to get connected to a real person at SSA. It was worth it because they connected me directly to an agent who stayed on the line. The agent emailed me the statement with Medicare info the same day. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/Z-BRbJw3puU if you're interested. Saved me from having to go to the office which is 45 min away for me.

Why don't u just use your bank statement? That's what I did for my section 8 renewal. They see the deposit amount there and it's official. Way easier than dealing with calling.

i got my medicare card in the mail last month with a letter that showed my ss payment and the medicare part b amount. maybe look for that?

Just to follow up on my earlier comment - I should clarify that what you're looking for is sometimes specifically called a "Medicare Premium Bill Statement" (for those who pay premiums directly) or a "Benefit Rate and Medicare Premium Notice" (for those with premiums deducted from Social Security). I recommend calling and using these exact terms. When you reach a representative, explain that you need documentation showing your Social Security benefit amount WITH the Medicare premium deduction clearly itemized for a housing application. They can generate this document for you.

I went through this frustrating process last year for my mortgage refinance! The SSA website is terrible for getting detailed statements. After THREE failed attempts calling SSA (kept getting disconnected after 1+ hour waits), I finally got through to someone who told me I needed to request a "BPQY" (Benefits Planning Query). This showed everything - my full SS benefit, Medicare deduction, and final payment amount. But honestly, in the end, my lender accepted my benefit verification letter combined with my bank statement showing the deposits. Much easier approach if your housing folks will accept it.

I'm a new member here and just wanted to say how helpful this thread has been! I'm dealing with a similar situation for my disability application - they want proof of my actual net Social Security payment after Medicare deductions. Reading through all these responses, it sounds like the key is knowing the exact terminology to use when calling SSA. I'm going to try calling and asking for either a "Payment History Statement with Medicare deductions" or a "Benefit Rate and Medicare Premium Notice" as suggested above. If that doesn't work, I'll fall back to combining my benefit verification letter with bank statements. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences - it's really reassuring to know I'm not the only one struggling with this!

I just went through this exact same process two months ago for a rental application! The MySocialSecurity website is honestly pretty limited for detailed statements. What finally worked for me was calling the SSA number (1-800-772-1213) early in the morning - around 8:05 AM right when they open - and specifically asking for a "Payment History Statement that shows Medicare premium deductions." The rep was able to generate it and mail it to me within 5 business days. One tip: when you call, have your Social Security number and some form of ID ready because they'll verify your identity first. Also, explain upfront that you need it for a housing application with a deadline - sometimes they can expedite the process. The document I received showed my gross benefit amount, the Medicare Part B premium deduction, and my net payment amount, which was exactly what my landlord needed. If calling doesn't work out, definitely try the combination approach others mentioned - your benefit verification letter plus recent bank statements showing the actual deposit amounts. Most housing offices understand that the difference represents your Medicare deduction. Good luck with your application!

I'm a new community member and this thread has been incredibly helpful! I'm actually dealing with this same issue right now for a Medicaid application. After reading through everyone's experiences, it sounds like the biggest challenge is knowing exactly what to ask for when you contact SSA. Based on all the suggestions here, I'm going to try this approach: 1. Call 1-800-772-1213 right at 8:05 AM (great tip!) 2. Ask specifically for a "Payment History Statement that shows Medicare premium deductions" 3. If that doesn't work, try asking for a "Benefit Rate and Medicare Premium Notice" 4. As a backup, use my benefit verification letter + bank statements showing actual deposits It's honestly ridiculous that the MySocialSecurity website doesn't have an easy way to generate this type of statement when so many people need it for housing, benefits, and loan applications. But at least now I have a clear game plan thanks to everyone who shared their experiences here. Will update if I have success with any of these methods!

As someone new to this community, I'm amazed by how helpful and detailed everyone's responses have been! I'm actually bookmarking this thread because I suspect I'll need this same type of documentation in the future. One thing I wanted to add that might help Laura and others - if you do end up having to visit a Social Security office in person, you can actually schedule an appointment online through the SSA website rather than just showing up and waiting 2+ hours like Camila had to do. Go to ssa.gov/agency/contact/officePrimarylocator.html to find your local office and schedule ahead of time. It might take a few weeks to get an appointment, but it's way better than those brutal walk-in wait times. Also, for anyone dealing with this in the future, I've heard that some local Area Agencies on Aging have staff who can help navigate SSA phone calls and paperwork. They might be able to assist with getting the right documents or even make three-way calls with SSA on your behalf. Just another resource to consider if the direct approach doesn't work out. Hope you get your housing application sorted out, Laura!

As a newcomer to this community, I just wanted to say how incredibly thorough and helpful this entire thread has been! I'm not dealing with this exact issue right now, but I can already see that I'll likely need this type of documentation in the future for various applications. What strikes me most is how many different names there are for essentially the same document - "Payment History Statement with Medicare deductions," "Benefit Rate and Medicare Premium Notice," "Medicare Premium Payment Statement," and even "BPQY." It's no wonder people get frustrated trying to navigate the SSA system when the terminology isn't standardized or clearly explained on their website. I'm definitely saving this thread as a reference guide. The step-by-step approaches everyone has shared, especially the 8:05 AM calling strategy and having backup options ready, seem like they'd work for so many different situations beyond just housing applications. Laura, I hope one of these solutions works out for your application deadline! This community has really come through with practical, tested advice.

As a new member of this community, I just want to say how incredibly valuable this entire discussion has been! I'm currently helping my elderly neighbor navigate a similar situation for her subsidized housing renewal, and this thread is like finding gold. What really stands out to me is how this showcases a major gap in the SSA's online services. It's 2025, and people still can't easily access a basic document showing their net Social Security payment with Medicare deductions itemized. This should be a standard report available in everyone's MySocialSecurity dashboard, not something that requires multiple phone calls, office visits, or knowing secret terminology. For anyone dealing with this issue, based on all the excellent advice here, I'd suggest this prioritized approach: 1. Try calling at 8:05 AM sharp with the specific terminology mentioned 2. Have the backup plan ready (benefit letter + bank statements) 3. Consider the appointment scheduling option Geoff mentioned if you need to go in person Laura, I really hope you got this sorted out for your application! And thank you to everyone who shared their experiences - this thread should honestly be sent to SSA as feedback on how to improve their services. The fact that so many people struggle with this same issue shows it's a systemic problem that needs addressing.