Medicare’s Prescription Drug Plan (PDP) program – Part D – is optional. However, if you delay enrolling in a Medicare PDP, you may be charged a late enrollment penalty if you decide you want it later.
Criteria for joining a Prescription Drug Program are:
- Must have Part A and Part B coverage.
- Live in the plan service area.
- Live within the United States.
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