Medicare Part D: Prescription drug coverage

Also known as Medicare Prescription Drug insurance, Part D is offered by private health insurance companies such as Providence. If you have Part A and Part B, or if you have a Part C Medicare Advantage Plan, you may choose to purchase a separate Part D prescription plan from a private health insurance provider. Some Medicare Advantage Plans already include Part D prescription coverage. If you have a Medicare Advantage Plan (Part C) that doesn't include prescription coverage and you would like to add a Part D prescription plan, it must be provided by the same health insurance company as your Medicare Advantage Plan.

The prescriptions covered by a Part D plan can vary by health insurance provider, so be sure to review the plan's formulary prior to making a selection. Part D formularies include a list of covered medications and a description of the transition benefit for existing Part D eligible prescriptions.

What it costs

• Monthly premium costs and prescription co-pays will vary by health insurance provider and the plan you choose.

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This information is not a complete description of benefits. Contact the plan for more information. Limitations, copayments, and restrictions may apply. Benefits, premiums and/or co-payments/co-insurance may change on January 1 of each year. You must continue to pay your Medicare Part B premium. The Formulary may change at any time. You will receive notice when necessary.