1 Cyclothymic Disorder, or Cyclothymiaâ a mild form of bipolar disorder. 2  People with cyclothymia have episodes of hypomania as well as mild depression for at least 2 years. 3  However, the symptoms do not meet the diagnostic requirements for any other type of bipolar disorder.ymptoms of mania or a manic episode include: Symptoms of depression or a depressive episode include: Mood Changes. 1  A long period of feeling high, or an overly happy or outgoing mood. 2  Extreme irritability.
The relatively small share of beneficiaries with higher incomes (more than $85,000 for individuals and $170,000 for couples) are required to pay higher premiums for Medicare Part B and Part D, ranging from 35 percent to 80 percent of per capita costs, depending on their income.
The individual must be eligible for Medicare Part A insurance, (even if not currently enrolled). The monthly income must be between 100% and 120% of the annual federal poverty level [between FPL and (FPL x 1.2)] . The federal poverty level is announced early each year. The income eligibility level for the Specified Medicare Beneficiary program changes to reflect that figure each April. * See our recent article for specific amounts for early 2010. Uses the Low Income Subsidy asset test of $6,000/individual and $9,000/couple, indexed each year according to the Consumer Price Index.