The standardized Medicare Supplement Plans (such as F, G & N) do NOT cover prescriptions. By law, they are not permitted to. Prescriptions are covered under a separate insurance plan, referred to as “Part D.” In most areas, there are about 25 different companies offering Part D, drug plans. Each plan covers prescription drugs differently. In most cases, your drug plan will be with a different company than who your Supplement plan is with.
It is wise to find out what drug plan is the best fit for your particular drugs. You can generally do this, 1-2 months before you start Medicare for the first time and each year between October 15th and December 7th.
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