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What is Medicare Part D?








  
  
    

  
      



Medicare Part D is Prescription Drug Coverage. Since January 1, 2006, everyone with Medicare, regardless of income, health status, or prescription drug usage has had access to prescription drug coverage. For more information about this program, please visit: http://www.medicare.gov/part-d/index.html.
	Check the answers to Frequently Asked Questions about Medicare Part D.
	You may also call:
	1-800-MEDICARE
	(1-800-633-4227)
	TTY: 1-877-486-2048 24 hours a day, 7 days a week!
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