Medicare Part D - Prescription drugs

Medicare Part D is a voluntary prescription drug insurance program that is available to everyone who has Medicare, regardless of income or health status. Private companies provide the insurance coverage. You choose the drug plan and pay a monthly premium. Learn about this drug benefit, resources for choosing a plan, and financial assistance to help cover drug costs for qualified beneficiaries below.

In this section:

1. Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage: an overview - Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit, its coverage and the types of plans offering this coverage.
2. Extra help with Part D costs for people with low incomes – Medicare’s 'extra help' program, also known as the low income subsidy (LIS) program, helps those who qualify cover the cost of their prescription drugs.
3. Frequently Asked Questions for Medicare Part D.
4. Resources for Prescription Drug Cost Savings - Tips on finding a Part D plan and cost saving strategies.

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Page updated May 7, 2008