Medicare Part D

Medicare started offering insurance coverage for prescription drugs through Medicare prescriptions drug plans and other health plan options. Medicare's prescription drug coverage will typically pay over half of your drug costs, for a monthly premium. (see Medicare Part D)

Important points you need to know:

• Medicare prescription drug coverage helps you pay for the prescriptions you need. 
• Medicare prescription drug coverage is available to all people with Medicare. 
• There is additional help for those who need it most. 
• Medicare prescription drug coverage pays for brand name as well as generic drugs.