Here's who is getting $90 Medicare checks and why

Key Points:

• The Trump administration is distributing $90 government-funded checks to over 20 million Medicare Part B enrollees nationwide to help offset premium costs, with payments expected to begin around October 8.
• These one-time payments are funded by reallocating money from the $2 billion Medicare Improvement Fund, established by Congress in 2008 to enhance Medicare services.
• Seniors whose premiums are covered by Medicaid or who pay an income-related adjustment do not qualify for the rebate; eligibility can be verified by calling 1-800-633-4227.
• Most payments will be made via direct deposit through the Social Security Administration, while others will receive paper checks mailed by the U.S. Department of the Treasury later in October.
• This initiative is part of broader efforts by President Trump to send cash payments to Americans ahead of the midterm elections, including recent $500 checks to ACA enrollees and a proposed $5,000 dividend payment if Republicans retain Congress.