#1
Which part of Medicare offers prescription drug coverage?
#2
What is the purpose of Medicare Part D?
Covering hospital stays
Providing prescription drug coverage
Covering doctor's visits
Offering preventive care services
#3
What is the Initial Enrollment Period (IEP) for Medicare Part D?
The period when you turn 65 and first become eligible for Medicare
A yearly period when you can sign up for Part D if you missed your Initial Enrollment Period
A special enrollment period for those who are eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid
A period when Part D coverage begins for those who enroll in Medicare for the first time
#4
What is the purpose of the Medicare Prescription Drug Plan Finder tool?
To help find nearby pharmacies
To assist in choosing a Medicare Part D plan based on individual drug needs
To provide information on Medicare Advantage plans
To locate Medicare-approved doctors
#5
What is the Medicare Part D late enrollment penalty?
A fee charged to individuals who enroll in Medicare Part D after their Initial Enrollment Period if they do not have creditable prescription drug coverage
A discount provided to individuals who enroll in Medicare Part D before their Initial Enrollment Period ends
A penalty for individuals who enroll in Medicare Part D before turning 65
A fee charged to individuals who never enroll in Medicare Part D
#6
What is creditable prescription drug coverage?
Prescription drug coverage that is as good as or better than Medicare Part D coverage
Prescription drug coverage provided by a non-profit organization
Prescription drug coverage that only covers brand-name drugs
Prescription drug coverage provided by Medicare Part D
#7
What is the 'donut hole' in Medicare Part D coverage?
A coverage gap where beneficiaries pay more for drugs
A discount on prescription drugs
A period when all drugs are covered with no copay
A limit on the number of prescriptions a person can have
#8
Which of the following is not a factor to consider when choosing a Medicare Part D plan?
Monthly premium
Coverage gap (donut hole)
Availability of generic drugs
Length of hospital stay coverage
#9
What does the 'coverage gap' (donut hole) in Medicare Part D refer to?
The period when all prescription drugs are covered with no copay
A gap in coverage where beneficiaries pay more for drugs until catastrophic coverage kicks in
A limit on the number of prescriptions a person can have in a year
A discount on prescription drugs for low-income beneficiaries
#10
What is the difference between Medicare Part D and Medicare Advantage?
Medicare Part D covers prescription drugs, while Medicare Advantage provides all-in-one coverage including hospital, medical, and sometimes prescription drug coverage.
Medicare Advantage only covers prescription drugs, while Medicare Part D covers hospital and medical expenses.
Medicare Part D covers both hospital and medical expenses, while Medicare Advantage covers prescription drugs.
There is no difference; both terms refer to the same thing.
#11
What is the purpose of the Medicare Part D Summary Rating?
To evaluate the effectiveness of Medicare Part D plans in reducing healthcare costs
To assess the quality and performance of Medicare Part D plans based on various factors such as customer service, drug pricing, and patient safety
To determine the eligibility of individuals for Medicare Part D
To provide financial assistance to low-income beneficiaries enrolled in Medicare Part D
#12
What is catastrophic coverage in Medicare Part D?
A type of coverage for individuals with low income
Coverage for prescription drugs not covered during the initial coverage phase or the coverage gap (donut hole)
A program that covers all medical expenses for individuals with chronic conditions
A discount program for prescription drugs offered by pharmaceutical companies
#13
What is the Extra Help program regarding Medicare Part D?
A program providing assistance for home healthcare
A program offering financial assistance for prescription drug costs
A program for free preventive services
A program providing free eyeglasses and hearing aids
#14
What are some factors to consider when choosing a Medicare Part D plan?
The plan's formulary, premium, deductible, and copay/coinsurance
The color of the plan's card and its design
The plan's coverage for dental and vision services
Whether the plan covers alternative medicine treatments
#15
What is the Low-Income Subsidy (LIS) program in relation to Medicare Part D?
A program providing financial assistance for Medicare Part D premiums and drug costs to individuals with limited income and resources
A program offering free preventive services to Medicare beneficiaries
A program providing additional coverage for dental and vision services under Medicare Part D
A program offering discounts on prescription drugs to individuals with high income
#16
What is the Special Enrollment Period (SEP) in Medicare Part D?
A period when beneficiaries can enroll in or change Medicare Part D plans outside of the Initial Enrollment Period
A period when beneficiaries can switch from Medicare Advantage to Original Medicare
A period when beneficiaries can apply for Medicaid
A period when beneficiaries can sign up for Medicare Part B
#17
What is the Medicare Part D Special Enrollment Period (SEP) for individuals who lose their Extra Help?
They can enroll in a Part D plan within 2 months of losing Extra Help
They can enroll in a Part D plan at any time
They must wait until the Annual Enrollment Period to enroll in a Part D plan
They are not eligible for a Special Enrollment Period