March 2004

Guide to Choosing a Medicare-Approved Drug Discount Card

The cost of paying for prescription drugs has been increasing every year, especially for people with Medicare, like you. Medicare pays for some prescriptions, like certain cancer drugs, but Medicare doesnt cover everything. Many people with Medicare have prescription drug coverage through other insurance like an employer group health plan, a Medicare Managed Care plan, or a Medigap policy. Even with this coverage, you may still have trouble paying for your prescriptions. Another way people with Medicare get help paying for their prescriptions is by using drug discount cards like a card from a pharmacy or company that makes drugs. These cards can help you get prescriptions at lower costs. Now you have another choice to help you save money on your prescriptions. Medicare is contracting with private companies to offer new, voluntary discount cards.