Prescription Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Medicare Part D is an optional prescription drug insurance program 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. We've compiled information on this drug benefit, resources for choosing a plan and financial assistance to help cover drug costs for qualified beneficiaries.

In this section:

1. Prescription Drug Coverage (Medicare Part D): An Overview

   Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit, its coverage and the types of plans offering this coverage.

2. Enrollment in Medicare Part D (Prescription Drugs)

3. Extra Help with Part D Costs for People with Low Income

   Medicare's "Extra Help" program, also known as the Low-Income Subsidy (LIS) program, assists those who qualify to cover the cost of their Part D drug plan premiums, deductibles and copayments.
• How to Qualify for Extra Help with Part D Costs
• How to Apply for Extra Help with Part D Costs
• Benchmark Prescription Drug Plans

4. Resources

   Information about choosing a Part D plan and saving money on prescription drugs; tips on finding a Part D plan that best meets your needs and cost-saving strategies.

Related Links

1. News Articles on Prescription Drugs

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Page updated Jan. 5, 2008