Confused about Medicare QI payment dates - getting two SS payments in December?

You're lucky you even got through to SSA! But yes, this actually sounds right based on what happened to my mother last year. When her payment date changed, she got a payment on the old schedule and then another one on the new schedule. The rep explained it was because they're transitioning you to the new payment cycle and the payments cover different periods. Just keep track of both deposits so you have the records.

The SSA representative is correct. When payment dates change due to program adjustments like QI approval, there's often a transitional period where you receive payments under both the old and new schedules. This isn't an overpayment - it's just the system adjusting. The 11/27 payment represents your October benefit paid under the old schedule. The 12/3 payment represents your November benefit paid under the new schedule. After this transition month, you'll just receive payments on the 3rd going forward. Keep documentation of the notification letter in case there are any questions later.

Wait im confused... QI pays for Part B but doesnt that go straight to Medicare not to you? Why would QI change when your SS payments come?

This EXACT thing happened to me last year! I was so confused!!!! I got approved for QI and suddenly all my payment dates changed. I actually DID get both payments just like the rep told you - one on my old date and then another one a few days later on the new date. I was freaking out thinking they made a mistake and I'd have to pay it back, but they never said anything. Been on the new schedule ever since with no problems. My advice - WRITE DOWN the name of the rep you talked to and the date/time. I always do this now because one time I got conflicting info and when I called back they claimed there was no record of my first call!!!!

I've worked with many clients who've experienced similar payment date changes after qualifying for Medicare Savings Programs like QI. Here's what's happening: 1. Your October benefit (paid 11/27) is still on your old schedule 2. Your November benefit (paid 12/3) starts your new schedule 3. This one-time overlap during transition month is normal 4. Future payments will only come on the 3rd of each month The change in payment date is related to how QI benefits are administered. Since the state is now paying your Part B premium through the QI program, SSA adjusts your payment cycle to coordinate with their administrative systems. This isn't an error, and you won't need to repay anything as long as you were legitimately approved for QI.

If you're still worried, try using Claimyr to get through to an SSA agent faster. I used to wait 3+ hours on hold but with Claimyr I got through in 15 minutes. They have agents call you when they reach a Social Security rep. I was skeptical but it actually worked - you can see how it works in their video demo at https://youtu.be/Z-BRbJw3puU. Helped me resolve a similar payment date issue when I started getting Extra Help for my Medicare.

DONT TRUST WHAT SSA TELLS YOU!!! I had something similar and the first rep said id get both payments then when i spent the $$ another rep said the first one was WRONG and i had to pay back!! The left hand doesnt know what the right is doing over there!!!!

The one thing to watch for is that your benefit amount should increase once QI starts paying your Part B premium. Currently, your Part B premium (about $174 in 2025) is probably being deducted from your Social Security payment. Once QI takes over paying that premium, you should see your monthly Social Security payment increase by that amount. Make sure both payments reflect this change!

my sister got QI last yr and she got 2 payments in december just like theyre telling you! its normal