Which Medicare part covers prescription drugs?

• A. Medicare Part A
• B. Medicare Part B
• C. Medicare Part C
• D. Medicare Part D

Answer: (D)

Prescription drug coverage is provided through Part D. This part was created to add dedicated stand-alone drug coverage to Original Medicare, which consists of Part A (hospital) and Part B (outpatient/medical services). While Part A and Part B cover many services, they don’t focus on prescription drugs you get outside a hospital or clinic. Part C, or Medicare Advantage, bundles A and B and often includes drug coverage as part of the plan, but the specific, separate drug benefits come from Part D. So, for most people seeking help with the cost of their medications, the prescription drug coverage comes from Part D, typically via a private plan approved by Medicare.