Medicare Part D Helpline is Closed

As of December 20, 2024, the Disability Rights Wisconsin Part D Helpline has closed. 

 

For Medicare counseling help or information in your county, please go to
SHIP: Medicare Counseling for Wisconsin Residents | Wisconsin Department of Health Services.

 

Where can I go for Medicare Part D help?

You can visit the following resources for Medicare Part D assistance.

Wisconsin State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)

Visit the Wisconsin State Health Insurance Assistance Program page for more information about Medicare counseling and getting help.

Medigap Part D and Prescription Drug Helpline

Find a Benefit Specialist by County

You can find a disability benefit specialist or elder benefit specialist in your county using the “Find a Benefit Specialist” page by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services.

The Medicare Part D helpline provides free accurate information and assistance with:

  • Medicare enrollment questions
  • Choosing and enrolling in a Medicare Advantage or Part D plan
  • Changing plans
  • Understanding Part D costs and programs to help with costs
  • Prescription drug coverage issues

General Information about Medicare Part D

What is Medicare Part D?

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Medicare Part D is the prescription drug coverage part of Medicare. Medicare beneficiaries can enroll in prescription drug plans provided by private insurance companies that have a contract with Medicare to provide this coverage. There are two ways to get coverage available in Wisconsin, stand-alone Prescription Drug Plans (PDPs) and Medicare Advantage plans bundled with prescription drug coverage (MAPDs).

Help with Medicare Part D Costs

Medicare beneficiaries with low income and resources may be able to get help with their Medicare Part D costs. You can apply through Social Security for Extra Help for Part D drug plan copays, premiums, and deductible. You can apply for Extra Help at your local Social Security office or online at the Social Security Administration website. Anyone with Medicaid is automatically eligible for help with Medicare Part D copays, premiums, and deductibles.

Drug Plan Enrollment

Everyone who is enrolled in Medicare is eligible to enroll in a Medicare Part D plan. October 15 to December 7 is the annual enrollment period when all Medicare beneficiaries can make decisions about their Part D plan for the upcoming year. Depending on certain circumstances, other special enrollment periods may apply throughout the year.

DRW Programs

Medicare Part D Helpline is Closed Resources & Documents

  • Medicare Booklet

    This booklet from the Social Security Administration provides basic information about what Medicare is, who is covered, and some of the options you have for choosing Medicare coverage.

  • Medicare and You

    Medicare and You is the official guide for Medicare, published by Medicare.gov. It has important information about Medicare benefits, costs, rights, and protections; health and drug plans; and answers to common questions you may have.

  • How to Get Prescription Drug Coverage

    This article by Medicare.gov describes how to get Medicare prescription drug coverage and what to consider when getting coverage.

  • Help with Drug Costs

    This article by Medicare.gov explains the Extra Help program and other ways to lower prescription drug costs.

  • Drug Coverage (Part D)

    The official U.S. Government site for Medicare Part D.