A person can also get assistance paying for prescription drugs through the Extra Help program, paying no more than $12.15 each for Medicare-covered branded drugs and $4.90 for generic drugs.

Medicare offers a program called Extra Help for those with limited income and resources, which include things like stocks and money in a savings account. Extra Help may cover some of your TrOOP costs.

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If you qualify for one or more of the Medicare savings programs, you may also qualify for the Extra Help program, which can assist with your prescription drug costs. Keep reading to learn more ...

For people who need extra help with the costs, Medicare supplement plans, also known as Medigap plans, can help cover out-of-pocket expenses. It can also be helpful to talk with a healthcare ...

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