Basic Medicare Part D plans with monthly premiums below the California average are referred to as benchmark plans. The premium for these plans in California is $28.99 in 2010. The full Low-Income Subsidy (LIS) program covers the premium and deductible of benchmark plans. This means you do not pay a premium or deductible if you receive the full LIS benefit and enroll in a benchmark plan. You are, however, still responsible for copayments of $1.10-$6.30 for each covered prescription.
If you enroll in a Medicare Part D plan with premiums higher than the benchmark, you will pay the difference between the subsidy ($28.99) and the plan's premium. See a complete description of plans.
Benchmark Plans for 2010
- Blue Cross MedicareRx
Anthem.com/ca/home.html
1-800-928-6201 - Bravo Rx
mybravohealth.com
1-877-504-7252 - First Health Part D – Premier
firsthealthpremier.net
1-800-588-3322 - Fox Value Plan
Foxcare.com
1-888-369-7979 - Health Net Orange Option 1
healthnet.com
1-800-806-8811
- Advantage Star Plan by RxAmerica
meds4medicare.com
1-800-429-6686 - Advantage Star Plan by RxAmerica
rxamerica.com
1-800-429-6686 - WellCare Classic
wellcare.com
1-888-550-5252
