I have multiple medications; how can I ensure my Medicare Part D plan covers them all without breaking the bank?

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Clarence &quot;Mark&quot; Christiansen · Accepted Answer

medicare.gov has a public website allowing you to input your Rx list including name of drug, milligrams and dosage. Then key in your pharmacy preference to see which Medicare Part D plan will give you the best bang for your buck.

Answered by Jason Kirschner on May 14, 2025

Agent Licensed in FL

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Tony Capraro III · Answer

Medicare.gov you can log on and literally put in all your meds and then you can choose different plans and see what is/isn't covered!

Gary Church · Answer

Do an annual review during AEP from October 15 to December 7 each year to review your PDP. Work with a Medicare agent or visit Medicare.gov to review all the drug plans. All drug plans are not equal.

Joseph Bachmeier · Answer

The best thing to do is have a licensed broker review the coverage for you. There are numerous Part D drug plans that are offered, but all offer different pricing for their formularies. As a broker for my clients, I offer a free review for their prescription coverage annually during the Annual Enrollment Period to help them fray expensive costs for their prescriptions. I try to place them with the most cost-effective plan for the new year.

Answered by Joseph Bachmeier on April 7, 2025

Agent Licensed in PA, AZ, DE & 5 other states

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William Gray · Answer

To can go to Medicare.gov and compare part d drugs.

When you put them into the plan finder you will be given the lowest prices plan and lowest cost.

Charles Fletcher · Answer

The best way to do this is to work with a broker, such as myself, to enter your specific prescriptions into a tool that will compare the available plans. It's also helpful to have someone l ike a brokerwith this experience to help interpret what the results are actually trying to tell you once the filters have been applied and the results can be seen.

Answered by Charles Fletcher on March 24, 2025

Agent Licensed in WA, AZ, ID, NV & TN

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Amy Putrino · Answer

Choose a plan that covers all of your medications.  Check the formulary, a list of medications each plan covers.  We will help you create a prescription analysis, personalize to your specific needs.  
If all of your medications are covered on the plan's formulary, your out-of-pocket maximum cannot exceed $2000.00.

Danny Radisewitz · Answer

Selecting the best Prescription Plan without breaking the bank doesn't have to be hard! Sitting down with a knowledgable agent who can explore different plans that are available in your area and then explain how certain plans are designed for folks with different needs. The average Medicare Beneficiary takes four maintenance medications daily. Most of those are Generic and are low cost. However, if you are taking a Brand medication that you see on TV often, your plan will usually be much different. Having a relationship with a knowledgeable agent is always the best solution to Selecting an affordable plan!

Answered by Danny Radisewitz on March 25, 2025

Broker Licensed in SD, IA, MN & ND

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Mary Turner · Answer

When I sit with a client I check their medications in our system as well as Medicare.gov. First you need to ensure that they are all in the formulary and then you compare prices between plans. This year your medication cost is maxed out at $2000 so it should not exceed that. We will see what next year looks like come October.

Answered by Mary Turner on May 12, 2025

Broker Licensed in FL

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Daniel Weeks · Answer

We can check that through Medicare.gov.  Also, Medicare capped recipient's maximum out of pocket at $2000/year starting 2025 for prescribed medications.

Steven Bleicher · Answer

When your agent chooses a Part D(rug) plan, one of her/his responsibilities is to verify that as many Rx's as possible are in your chosen plan's drug "formulary". This means both generic drugs as well as Brand Name drugs. In addition, you have alternatives in paying for a drug. You have a secondary means of determining if any of the online US Discount websites like GoodRx.com, simplecare.com, costplusdrugs.com, etc., show a savings on the exact name/dosage. Becoming a member of these websites is free. Once the online membership has been completed, all you need to do is to place your prescription drug in the horizontal search box & ensure that you use their drop-down menus to verify the right dosage and amount (90 days). Then, print out the economical coupon that you see on your monitor. The only caveat is that you MUST go to the pharmacy that is printed on the coupon. It may not be your favorite. Don't worry about that since the added blocks to drive to an "unfamiliar" pharmacy more than makes up for the savings.

Answered by Steven Bleicher on May 25, 2025

Broker Licensed in AZ

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Timothy Brown · Answer

The maximum annual out of pocket for prescription drug coverage for 2025 is $2000. There are two ways to find out if you’re enrolled in the best plan.
1. Consult with an agent like myself to run quotes to find the best plan which will be determined by the name of the prescriptions taken.
2 Go directly to Medicare.gov and search for yourself by entering your prescriptions.

Diana Garner · Answer

As an insurance broker, I follow specific steps to find the right plan for my clients.

I always enter their medications and dosages into the system, select their preferred pharmacy along with other local pharmacies where medications might be less expensive, and then the system will list plans by lowest drug and premium cost to highest drug and premium cost. I compare costs across many plans and explore available financial assistance programs like Extra Help or manufacturer programs you may qualify for. 

If you do not work with a local broker, use Medicare.gov to input your specific medications and dosages to see how costs will vary across plans in your area.

DeeDee Whitlock · Answer

Use Medicare.gov to check all your medication or go see a LOCAL specialist who can check that for you!!

Carlos Pratts · Answer

Prioritize checking the plan's formulary (list of covered drugs) and comparing costs across different plans. Utilize the Medicare Plan Finder tool to see if your specific medications are covered and to estimate potential costs. Consider switching to generic medicines, utilizing network pharmacies, and exploring cost-saving programs like Extra Help to reduce expenses further.

Answered by Carlos Pratts on May 12, 2025

Broker Licensed in FL

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Isaac Lind · Answer

This is a good question, as prescriptions can be very pricey! 

I do this every day, so there are some tips and tricks that I've gained from experience... But to answer your question, after entering all of your prescriptions and what pharmacy you would like to use, the quoter will show all of your options in order of least to most costly for you, for the remainder of the year.

Steve Brauer · Answer

First of all, before anything else....find yourself an INDEPENDENT Medicare broker that ONLY does Medicare. The reason is that all of our services are free, no matter what "agent" you use. I always ask people this....if you had a heart issue, would you see a General Practitioner or a Cardiologist? When you hire an insurance agent (again, our services are free), you are tapping into their expertise. I learned a long time ago that you cannot be an expert at everything; there are just not enough hours in the day. When a broker does many lines of insurance, they cannot be an expert at all of them. Medicare is a very confusing and ever-changing thing. Its a full-time job staying current on all of the nuances and changes. Now, having said that, have your Independent Medicare Adviser HELP you find a Part D plan that covers all of your medications at a reasonable cost. Plan formularies change from one insurance company to another and it can make a BIG difference which company that you're with.

Answered by Steve Brauer on May 7, 2025

Broker Licensed in AZ & CA

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Carol Thompson · Answer

Have an agent look up the formulary of all of your medications for you or you could call into member services of your plan To verify the cost.

Andrew Kramer · Answer

All Part D plans have a formulary which you can check to see if your Rx's are covered and at what Tier. Also, the max total cost for the year, starting this year, for all Part D meds is $2,000.

Mike Henry · Answer

Go to medicar.gov.  Fill out the information. It will give you your options. Find out which is best for you

Larry Pereiro · Answer

No one can ensure you of coverage until they have your list. Different carriers have different tiers for some drugs and cover different drugs as well as some of the same drugs. Use an agent to search the carriers in your area to determine which carrier covers all of your drugs.

Answered by Larry Pereiro on June 2, 2025

Agent Licensed in IN

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Charles Borg · Answer

You can. Look on Medicare .gov and compare various programs. These plans can change every year so you should compare them each year.

Tanja Roulhac · Answer

1. List Your Medications
Make a complete list of all your current medications, including:

Prescription drugs (name, dosage, frequency)

Over-the-counter medications you use regularly

2. Check Medicare Part D Formularies
Each Part D plan has a "formulary," which is the list of covered drugs. Check if all your medications are included in the formulary of the plan you are considering.

3. Consider Formulary Tiers
Medications in formularies are categorized in tiers that affect your cost-sharing:

Lower tiers usually mean lower copayments.

Specialty or brand-name drugs might be in higher tiers with higher costs. Try to find a plan where your medications fall into lower-cost tiers if possible.

4. Use the Plan Finder Tool
Use Medicare’s official Plan Finder tool (on Medicare.gov) to:

Enter your medications

See which plans cover them

Compare estimated yearly costs including premiums, deductibles, and copays

5. Watch for Coverage Rules
Some drugs may have:

Prior authorization requirements

Quantity limits

Step therapy (try a lower-cost drug first)

Check these details to avoid surprises.

6. Consider Pharmacy Networks
Some plans offer lower costs if you use preferred pharmacies or mail-order services. Check if your preferred pharmacy is in-network.

7. Review Annually
Formularies and costs change yearly. Review your plan during the Medicare Open Enrollment Period (Oct 15 - Dec 7) to ensure your medications remain covered at affordable costs.

Rodolfo Rojas · Answer

Do you have part D or Medicare Advantage that has it included?
This year, theirs a Cap of $2000 Max cost. You still need to make sure your medication is in the plan that you have chosen. 
Speak to an agent, and they can make sure that all your medications are in the formulary.

Lesley Burns · Answer

It is recommended to review your plans formulary to confirm whether your medications are covered under the plan or not. When working a licensed agent, they can review the plans in your service area and review the plans formulary to ensure your medications are covered.

Answered by Lesley Burns on May 3, 2025

Broker Licensed in AR, MI, MO, NM & TX

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Raquel Weir · Answer

Starting in 2025, an exciting change will occur: Medicare Part D will impose a $2,000 annual out-of-pocket cap on prescription drug costs. This landmark measure will significantly alleviate the financial strain for beneficiaries facing high medication expenses. After reaching this threshold, your plan will cover 100% of the cost of eligible medications for the rest of the year, providing you with peace of mind.

To ensure your medications remain covered without surpassing this cap, use the Medicare Plan Finder to compare plans based on your unique prescriptions. Be sure to evaluate critical factors like premiums, deductibles, and formulary coverage. Additionally, consider the new Medicare Prescription Payment Plan, which allows you to distribute your out-of-pocket costs into manageable monthly payments, easing your financial burden and ensuring that you can afford the medications you need.

Tom Perrucci · Answer

Do a comprehensive comparison of available drug plans that cover all your meds , as well as your preferred pharmacy. Calculate  the total estimated costs. ( monthly premium if any + cost of the meds).

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