Important Information About Medicare Part D
Have Questions about Medicare Part D?
Lone Star pharmacy understands you may have questions concerning the changes associated with the Medicare Modernization Act (MMA). We are committed to helping you understand these changes and dedicated to helping our customers with the transition.
What is the purpose of this benefit?
The purpose of this benefit is twofold: to provide a prescription drug coverage program for all Medicare Beneficiaries and to shift the cost responsibility from states to a federal program which will operate through privatized Prescription Drug Plans (PDPs) authorized by CMS to administer the benefit.
Information and Resources
Official Medicare Website
Official home of Medicare.
Medicare Eligibility Tool
This site is designed to provide you with information about your Medicare eligibility and enrollment. You will be asked to answer a series of questions. The number of questions, as well as the questions themselves will be dynamic based on your answers.
Medicare Reform
Provides more information on how the changes in this Act affect your Medicare coverage and allows visitors to download more information.
National Medicare Training Program
These online courses are designed for independent study and will enhance your knowledge of the Medicare program as it relates to people with Medicare.
Medicare Personal Plan Finder
Spend five minutes to answer a few short questions and you can view and print a personalized chart comparing Medicare health plans where you live.
Social Security Administration
Provides helpful information about the prescription drug benefit and how to apply for the limited income subsidy.
The Lewin Group's Savings Calculator
This calculator allows Medicare beneficiaries to estimate their out of pocket spending under the new prescription drug benefit signed into law on December 8, 2003.
The American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) Online Bulletin
Newsletter that includes information relevant to AARP members, including Medicare prescription drug coverage facts and important dates.
Benefits Check-Up
If you have Medicare and are considering whether to sign up for the new Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage, this is a good first step.
