Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Coverage

Medicare Part D, the prescription drug program under Medicare, went into effect on January 1, 2006.

Medicare prescription drug coverage is available to all people with Medicare. It will typically pay over half of your drug costs next year, for a monthly premium. It also protects you once your out-of-pocket drug spending is more than $3600 in a year. The coverage pays for brand name as well as generic drugs. The program also offers extra help for people who have limited income and resources.

If you have questions about your Medicare coverage, you can get free assistance from the State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP).

State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)
1-800-722-4134
for free telephone assistance.

We recommend the following websites for more detailed information about the Medicare prescription drug program.

Medicare government website	Information on the Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage Introducing Medicare's New Coverage for Prescription Drugs Guide to Prescription Drug Coverage Medicare Prescription Drug Plan Finder Frequently Asked Questions
Medicare Rx Education Network	Why Enroll What You Need to Know Now Calendar of Important Dates Resources and Training Materials
AARP	Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage The New Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage: What You Need to Know Key Medicare Dates That Could Affect You How to Choose a Medicare Prescription Drug Plan AARP Bulletin Articles re Medicare Drug Plans
National Senior Citizens Law Center	Introduction: How Medicare Part D Affects Low-Income Seniors and People with Disabilities Fundamental Changes for the Poorest Medicare Beneficiaries Paying for Part D Prescription Drug Costs: The Low Income Subsidy Choosing a Medicare Part D Plan What Advocates Can Do.... How NSCLC Can Help
Center for Medicare Advocacy	Frequently Asked Questions about Medicare Part D Do You Speak Medicare Part D?