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.
Medicare Costs. Medicare, the federal governmentâs health insurance program for the elderly, now covers more than 40 million American age 65 or older. In 2011, Medicare spending reached approximately $554 billion, or about 15 percent of the federal budget. The program is funded by a 2.9 percent payroll tax paid by employers and employees, monthly premiums paid by enrollees, and the U.S. Treasury.