Cost of Medicare Part D Plans: Tips on Costs and Coverage |Roadmap For Medicare Part D

Article: The Medicare Donut Hole is Closing Faster. What Does That Really Mean?

The Medicare Part D coverage gap—commonly referred to as the donut hole—scheduled to close in 2020 is now closing one year early for brand-name drugs. The coverage gap for generic drugs will stay on track to close in 2020. Here’s what you ne ...

Article: Seeking Value: Looking Beyond Medicare Part D Premiums

Don’t assume that a low premium (the monthly amount you pay for the plan) equals a “good deal.” There’s much more to consider when choosing a plan.

Article: New Medicare Cards Fight Fraud

New Medicare cards are being distributed. Learn how to use it and how to protect yourself against identity theft.

Video: Four Rules of the Road

Four simple rules to follow when choosing a Medicare plan with Part D prescription drug coverage, including looking at your Medicare plan premium, your prescription drug costs and copays, and the pharmacy network that’s right for you. ...

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Article: Avoiding the Medicare Part D Coverage Gap

In a standard Medicare Part D plan, the third stage of coverage is the Coverage Gap (also known as the “Donut Hole”), when you will pay more for your brand-name and generic medications. You’ll want to avoid entering the Gap completely or at lea ...

Article: What Are Medicare TrOOP Costs?

If you’re thinking about enrolling in a Medicare Part D plan, it’s likely you’ve heard the term “out-of-pocket,” which refers to the Part D expenses that aren’t reimbursed by insurance.

Article: Breaking Down Medicare Part D

All Medicare Part D plans are designed with four stages of coverage. You move from the first stage to the next based on what you and your plan spend for your prescription drugs. Medicare sets the limits for each stage every year. It’s important to ...

Article: Avoiding Medicare Penalties

If you don’t enroll when you become eligible, you may pay more. And Medicare late-enrollment penalties are not a one-time charge. Here some tips for avoiding these penalties.

Tips About Medicare Part D Plan Costs and Coverage