Part D
Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage
For prescription drug coverage, Medicare is the place to start.
Medicare plan details and enrollment processes continue to change. For the most current prescription drug plan information, Medicare directs beneficiaries to review options and enroll through Medicare.gov or 1-800-MEDICARE.
Helpful Medicare Information
Learn more about prescription drug coverage
Watch this helpful video, then use Medicare’s official resources to review plans available in your area.
Why Medicare.gov?
Prescription drug enrollment may look different than it has in the past.
Medicare.gov and 1-800-MEDICARE provide the official plan information and enrollment support for Medicare prescription drug coverage. Depending on the plan and carrier, you may be directed to complete enrollment online or by phone directly with Medicare or the carrier.
Review official options
Enter your prescriptions and preferred pharmacy at Medicare.gov to see available plan information and estimated costs.
Confirm how to enroll
Enrollment instructions can vary. Medicare or the carrier may provide online or phone enrollment instructions for the plan you choose.
Use Medicare directly
For help comparing plans or completing enrollment, visit Medicare.gov or call 1-800-MEDICARE.
Your Medicare Resources
Ready to review your prescription drug options?
Start with Medicare’s official plan comparison tool or speak with Medicare by phone.
Helpful Reminders
Before you choose a prescription drug plan
Have your medications ready
Use the exact drug name, dosage, and frequency when comparing plans.
Check your pharmacy
Preferred pharmacies and pharmacy networks can affect your prescription costs.
Review each year
Premiums, formularies, pharmacy networks, and cost-sharing can change annually.
Look beyond the premium
The lowest monthly premium may not be the lowest total yearly cost for your prescriptions.
Ask about enrollment timing
Medicare can explain when you may enroll and whether a late-enrollment penalty could apply.
Keep confirmation details
Save any confirmation number, effective date, or enrollment materials you receive.
Need official assistance?
Visit Medicare.gov or call Medicare directly.
Medicare can provide information about available plans, enrollment, and how to complete the process.