Module 1 - Overview of Medicare Program Basics: Choices, Eligibility, and Benefits - PART D

Question 1

Part ‘D stand-alone prescription drug plan (PDP)

Answer 1

A beneficiary in Original Medicare may receive Part D prescription drug coverage through a stand-alone prescription drug plan (PDP).

Question 2

Medicare beneficiaries must actively select a Part D plan. What is the exception?

Answer 2

Generally, except for those dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid, Medicare beneficiaries must actively select a Part D plan

Question 3

In selecting a Part D plan, what should beneficiaries expect?

Answer 3

In selecting a Part D plan, beneficiaries should consider expected premiums and cost-sharing, formulary, and network pharmacies