Extra Help
Medicare Glossary
A Medicare program specific to prescription drug coverage that helps individuals with limited income and resources pay costs like premiums, deductibles, and coinsurance.
This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute a recommendation of any specific Medicare plan. Benefits, costs, and availability vary by plan and location. For complete information about your Medicare options, visit Medicare.gov or call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227), TTY: 1-877-486-2048, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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