How else can a Medicare-eligible consumer obtain Part D prescription drug coverage aside from a stand-alone Medicare Prescription Drug Plan?

A Medicare-eligible consumer can obtain Part D prescription drug coverage through a Medicare health plan that includes drug coverage. This option is beneficial because many Medicare Advantage plans (also known as Medicare Part C) offer integrated health and prescription drug services, streamlining the coverage process for beneficiaries. This allows individuals to receive both their medical and pharmaceutical services from a single plan, often resulting in easier management of their benefits and potentially lower overall out-of-pocket costs.

Other choices may suggest alternative methods but do not provide the same level of comprehensive coverage. For instance, a Medicare Lean Plan does not exist as a recognized type of plan that provides drug coverage. Supplemental insurance may offer additional benefits but typically does not include stand-alone Part D coverage. Finally, relying solely on Original Medicare will not provide any prescription drug coverage, as it does not include Part D benefits.