How Medicare Part D Works (2024)

[@broccanmacronain457]

nice video but I just signed up for part A and part B but it did not say anything about part D. (I will hit 65 in 2.5 months) So how do I sign up for part D?

[@andystamas]

Good question. SSA only handles Part A & B enrollment...not Part D drug enrollment. Once you have Part A, you're eligible to enroll in a standalone Part D drug plan. And once you have both Part A & Part B, you're eligible to enroll in a Medicare Advantage (Part C) plan that includes Part D coverage. You'll need your Medicare # (from your Medicare card) and your Part A & B start dates on the application for coverage with the insurance carrier.

[@anthonygardner400]

This is the most clear explanation of Part D I’ve seen. I think I finally get it! Thank you!

[@MedicareMindset]

Glad to hear this! And then in 2025, it gets so much easier with no more donut hole. 😀

[@anthonygardner400]

@@MedicareMindset Excellent. I turned 65 last week and just signed up for Medicare A and B and a supplemental plan. D is next. I just discovered your channel, so I’ll have binge watch to make sure I’m doing things correctly!

[@MedicareMindset]

@@anthonygardner400 Great! It sounds like you almost have everything wrapped up. Just make sure your medications are covered in your Part D plan in 2024...but also in 2025. You can confirm 2025 in October when the 2025 plans are announced. If necessary, you can change your Part D plan between 10/15-12/7 each year for a 1/1 start. With Part D changing quite a bit in 2025, we recommend you double check your plan's coverage of your drug list in October.

[@anthonygardner400]

@@MedicareMindset​​⁠Excellent advice. I’ll definitely look at that in October. Thanks very much!

[@shredlin]

Excellent explanation. Thanks!

[@debbieloter9562]

Thanks so much for the explanation and all of your videos. You explain in a way that anyone can understand, which is so important, because Medicare can be complicated!

[@MedicareMindset]

Super happy to hear this!

[@broccanmacronain457]

Thank you