Part D, provides prescription drug coverage for Medicare participants.  These plans are provided by private companies approved by Medicare.  The premium for Part D coverage varies by the plan selected.

How Do I Get Medicare Part D Coverage?

There are two ways to get Medicare Part D:

• Standalone, if you only have Medicare Part A and Part B coverage, or Parts A and B with a Medigap plan, or if you have a PFFS Medicare Advantage plan.
• Included with other types Medicare Advantage plans.

For more details see Medicare Prescription Drug Plans.

 

What is Medicare?: Part A | Part B | Part C | Part D

 

This section is meant to give you a brief overview of the various parts of Medicare.  For complete details please refer to the CMS Publication, Medicare and You