What is Medicare Part D?

Part D plans are an optional way for seniors age 65+ and people with disabilities to cover the cost of prescription drugs.

How to qualify for Part D

You must have or qualify for:

• Medicare hospital care insurance - Part A or
• Medicare doctor and outpatient care Insurance - Part B, or
• Both Part A and Part B.

Signing up for Part D is optional.

When can I join?

• If you already have Medicare, you can enroll in a Part D plan Oct. 15 through Dec. 7 of each year.
• During this time, you can change plans, drop plans or sign up.
• If you're turning age 65, you can join Part D in your Initial Enrollment Period.

How to sign up for Medicare Part D

What to consider when comparing Part D plans

2013 Medicare Part D stand-alone prescription drug plans in Washington state (PDF, 317KB)

Need help paying for Medicare?

Medicare Advantage plans

Medicare.gov Plan Finder (www.medicare.gov)

Instructions on how to use the Medicare.gov Plan Finder (PDF, 181KB)

Updated 05/28/2013