If you are eligible for Medicare coverage, you are also eligible for the Medicare drug benefit (Part D). You must be enrolled in Medicare Part A and/or Part B to enroll in the Medicare drug benefit (Part D).

Medicare drug coverage is only available through private plans. For most people*, Medicare drug coverage is optional. If you want the Medicare drug benefit, you must choose a plan and enroll in it. Whether you should sign up for a Medicare private drug plan depends on your circumstances.

*Note: If you are enrolled in Medicaid and become eligible for the Medicare drug benefit, you must get your drugs covered by
a Medicare private drug plan. If you are in Medicaid and do not want the Medicare drug benefit, call your local Medicaid office.

To find out more about the Medicare drug benefit (Part D), click on the links in the GO TO box.