Medicare & Senior InsuranceQuestion 206 of 315
Which part of Medicare provides stand-alone prescription drug coverage?
a.Part A
b.Medigap Plan G
c.Part D
d.Part B
Explanation
Part D is the prescription drug benefit. It is sold by private insurers and requires the beneficiary to have Part A or Part B to enroll. Medigap policies sold today do not include drug coverage.
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