Part D

Browse our articles about part d

March 17, 2026

Medicare for Caregivers: What You Need to Know When Helping a Loved One

A guide for family caregivers navigating Medicare enrollment, plan choices, and support resources on behalf of a loved one.

Medicare and TRICARE for Life: Coverage for Military Retirees

Discover how TRICARE for Life works alongside Medicare for military retirees, including Part B requirements, claims processing, pharmacy, and overseas coverage.

Medicare for Veterans: How VA Benefits and Medicare Work Together

Learn how VA healthcare benefits and Medicare interact, why many veterans enroll in Part B, and how VA drug coverage compares to Part D.

Medicare and Employer Coverage: Coordination of Benefits

Understand how Medicare coordinates with employer health insurance, including primary vs secondary payer rules, claims processing, and retiree coverage.

Extra Help with Medicare Part D: Low-Income Subsidy Explained

Learn how the Extra Help program (Low-Income Subsidy) can significantly reduce your Medicare Part D prescription drug costs, who qualifies, and how to apply.

Medicare Drug Price Negotiation: Third Round of Drugs Announced

CMS announced the third cycle of Medicare drug price negotiation, selecting 15 drugs including the first Part B medications. Here is what it means for you.

Medicare Drug Price Negotiation: Which Drugs Are Affected

Learn how Medicare's new drug price negotiation program works, which medications have negotiated prices, and how these changes affect your prescription costs.

The Out-of-Pocket Cap on Medicare Part D

Understand how the annual out-of-pocket cap on Medicare Part D works ($2,100 in 2026), who benefits most, and the Prescription Payment Plan option.

The Medicare Coverage Gap: How the Part D Donut Hole Works

Learn what the Medicare donut hole was, how the Inflation Reduction Act eliminated the Part D coverage gap, and how the new out-of-pocket cap works in 2026.

Medicare Part D Sign-Up: Enrollment Windows and Key Deadlines

Find out when and how to sign up for Medicare Part D, including enrollment windows and tips for avoiding late penalties.

Medicare Part D Drug List: How Formulary Tiers and Coverage Work

Understand how Part D formularies are structured, how medications are grouped into tiers, and how to verify your drugs are covered.

Medicare Part D Plan Structure: Coverage Phases and How Plans Work

Understand how Part D prescription drug plans are organized, including coverage phases, formularies, and pharmacy networks.

Medicare Part D Pricing: A Full Guide to Premiums, Deductibles, and Copays

A detailed look at Medicare Part D expenses, including monthly premiums, annual deductibles, copays, and coinsurance amounts.

Medicare Part D Explained: How Prescription Drug Coverage Works

Find out how Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage works, what it includes, and why it is important for Medicare beneficiaries.

Medicare Prescription Payment Plan: How Monthly Installments Work

Learn how the Medicare Prescription Payment Plan lets you spread Part D drug costs into monthly payments instead of paying all at once.

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.