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2018 Medicare Part D and Medicare Advantage Plan Formulary Browser

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Express Scripts Medicare - Saver (PDP) (S5660-247-0)
Tier 1 (215)
Tier 2 (711)
Tier 3 (758)
Tier 4 (935)
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2018 Medicare Part D Plan Formulary Information
Express Scripts Medicare - Saver (PDP) (S5660-247-0)
Benefit Details           
The Express Scripts Medicare - Saver (PDP) (S5660-247-0)
Formulary Drugs Starting with the Letter N

in CMS PDP Region 31 which includes: ID UT
Plan Monthly Premium: $22.60 Deductible: $405 Qualifies for LIS: No
Drugs Starting with Letter N

Drug Name
Drug Tier Information Cost-Sharing Drug
Usage
Mgmt
Tier
Nbr.
Tier
Description
30-Day
Preferred
Pharm
90-Day
Mail
Order
NAFCILLIN 10 GM BULK VIAL   5 Specialty Tier 25%N/ANone
NAFTIFINE HCL 1% CREAM (g) [Naftin-MP]   3 Preferred Brand 18%18%None
NAFTIFINE HCL 2% CREAM [Naftin]   3 Preferred Brand 18%18%None
NAGLAZYME 5MG/5ML VIAL   5 Specialty Tier 25%N/ANone
NALOXONE 0.4 MG/ML CARPUJECT   2* Generic $4.00$8.00None
NALOXONE 0.4 MG/ML VIAL   2* Generic $4.00$8.00None
naloxone 1 mg/ml syringe   2* Generic $4.00$8.00None
NALTREXONE 50 MG TABLET   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/ANone
NAMENDA 5-10MG TITRATION PK   3 Preferred Brand 18%18%P
NAMENDA XR 14 MG CAPSULE   3 Preferred Brand 18%18%P
Drug Name Tier
Nbr.
Tier
Description
30-Day
Preferred
Pharm
90-Day
Mail
Order
Drug
Usage
Mgmt
NAMENDA XR 21 MG CAPSULE   3 Preferred Brand 18%18%P
NAMENDA XR 28 MG CAPSULE   3 Preferred Brand 18%18%P
NAMENDA XR 7 MG CAPSULE   3 Preferred Brand 18%18%P
NAMENDA XR TITRATION PACK   3 Preferred Brand 18%18%P
NAMZARIC 14 MG-10 MG CAPSULE   3 Preferred Brand 18%18%P
NAMZARIC 21 MG-10 MG CAPSULE   3 Preferred Brand 18%18%P
NAMZARIC 28 MG-10 MG CAPSULE   3 Preferred Brand 18%18%P
NAMZARIC 7 MG-10 MG CAPSULE   3 Preferred Brand 18%18%P
NAMZARIC TITRATION PACK   3 Preferred Brand 18%18%P
Naproxen 125 mg/5 ml suspen   2* Generic $4.00$8.00None
NAPROXEN 250 MG ORAL TABLET   1* Preferred Generic $1.00$2.00None
Drug Name Tier
Nbr.
Tier
Description
30-Day
Preferred
Pharm
90-Day
Mail
Order
Drug
Usage
Mgmt
NAPROXEN 375 MG TABLET   1* Preferred Generic $1.00$2.00None
NAPROXEN 500 MG TABLET   1* Preferred Generic $1.00$2.00None
NARCAN 4 MG NASAL SPRAY   3 Preferred Brand 18%18%Q:2
/28Days
NATACYN EYE DROPS   3 Preferred Brand 18%18%None
NATPARA 100 MCG DOSE CARTRIDGE   5 Specialty Tier 25%N/AP
NATPARA 25 MCG DOSE CARTRIDGE   5 Specialty Tier 25%N/AP
NATPARA 50 MCG DOSE CARTRIDGE   5 Specialty Tier 25%N/AP
NATPARA 75 MCG DOSE CARTRIDGE   5 Specialty Tier 25%N/AP
NATROBA 0.9% TOPICAL SUSP   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/ANone
NEBUPENT 300MG INHAL POWDER   3 Preferred Brand 18%18%P Q:1
/28Days
NEFAZODONE HCL 150MG TABLET (60 CT)   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/ANone
Drug Name Tier
Nbr.
Tier
Description
30-Day
Preferred
Pharm
90-Day
Mail
Order
Drug
Usage
Mgmt
NEFAZODONE HCL 250MG TABLET   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/ANone
NEFAZODONE HCL 50MG TABLET   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/ANone
NEFAZODONE HYDROCHLORIDE TABLETS 100MG 60 BOT   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/ANone
NEFAZODONE HYDROCHLORIDE TABLETS 200MG 60 BOT   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/ANone
NEO/POLYMYXIN/HC EAR TUBEX 10MG/3.5MG/100UNT   2* Generic $4.00$8.00None
NEOMYC-POLYM-DEXAMET EYE OINTM [Poly-Dex]   1* Preferred Generic $1.00$2.00None
NEOMYC-POLYM-DEXAMETH EYE DROP   1* Preferred Generic $1.00$2.00None
NEOMYCIN SULFATE 500MG TABLET   2* Generic $4.00$8.00None
NEOMYCIN-BACITRACIN-POLY-HC 3.5-10K-1 OINTMENT   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/ANone
NEOMYCIN-POLYMYXIN-HC 3.5-10K-10 SUSPENSION DROPS   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/ANone
NEOMYCIN/POLYMY/GRAM EYE DROPS 0.025MG/ML 1.75MG/M   2* Generic $4.00$8.00None
Drug Name Tier
Nbr.
Tier
Description
30-Day
Preferred
Pharm
90-Day
Mail
Order
Drug
Usage
Mgmt
NEOMYCIN/POLYMY/HYDRO OTIC SUS   2* Generic $4.00$8.00None
NEPHRAMINE SOLUTION FOR INJECTION   3 Preferred Brand 18%18%P
NERLYNX 40 MG TABLET   5 Specialty Tier 25%N/AP
NEULASTA 6MG/0.6ML SYRINGE   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/AP
NEUPOGEN 300 MCG/ML VIAL   5 Specialty Tier 25%N/AP
NEUPOGEN 300MCG/ML VIAL   5 Specialty Tier 25%N/AP
NEUPOGEN 300ug/0.5mL 10 SYRINGE in 1 BOX / 0.5 mL in 1 SYRINGE   5 Specialty Tier 25%N/AP
NEUPOGEN INJECTION 480MCG/0.8ML 10 X 0.8ML SYR   5 Specialty Tier 25%N/AP
NEUPRO 1 MG/24 HR PATCH   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/ANone
NEUPRO 2 MG/24 HR PATCH   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/ANone
NEUPRO 3 MG/24 HR PATCH   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/ANone
Drug Name Tier
Nbr.
Tier
Description
30-Day
Preferred
Pharm
90-Day
Mail
Order
Drug
Usage
Mgmt
NEUPRO 4 MG/24 HR PATCH   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/ANone
NEUPRO 6 MG/24 HR PATCH   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/ANone
NEUPRO 8 MG/24 HR PATCH   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/ANone
NEVIRAPINE 200 MG TABLET   3 Preferred Brand 18%18%None
NEVIRAPINE ER 100 MG TABLET   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/ANone
NEVIRAPINE ER 400 MG TABLET   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/ANone
NEXAVAR TABLETS 200MG 120 BOT   5 Specialty Tier 25%N/AP Q:120
/30Days
NIACIN ER 1,000 MG TABLET [Niaspan ER]   2* Generic $4.00$8.00None
NIACIN ER 500 MG TABLET [Niaspan ER]   2* Generic $4.00$8.00None
NIACIN ER 750 MG TABLET [Niaspan ER]   2* Generic $4.00$8.00None
NICOTROL INHALER 10MG 168 X 10MG/CARTRIDGE INHL   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/ANone
Drug Name Tier
Nbr.
Tier
Description
30-Day
Preferred
Pharm
90-Day
Mail
Order
Drug
Usage
Mgmt
NICOTROL NS NASAL SPRAY BOTTLE 10MG 4 X 10MG/ML INHL   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/ANone
NIFEDIPINE ER 30 MG TABLET   3 Preferred Brand 18%18%None
NIFEDIPINE ER 30 MG TABLET   3 Preferred Brand 18%18%None
NIFEDIPINE ER 60 MG TABLET   3 Preferred Brand 18%18%None
NIFEDIPINE ER 60 MG TABLET   3 Preferred Brand 18%18%None
NIFEDIPINE ER 90 MG TABLET   3 Preferred Brand 18%18%None
NIFEDIPINE ER 90 MG TABLET   3 Preferred Brand 18%18%None
NILUTAMIDE 150 MG TABLET [Nilandron]   3 Preferred Brand 18%18%None
NIMODIPINE 30 MG CAPSULE   3 Preferred Brand 18%18%None
NINLARO 2.3 MG CAPSULE   5 Specialty Tier 25%N/AP Q:6
/28Days
NINLARO 3 MG CAPSULE   5 Specialty Tier 25%N/AP Q:4
/28Days
Drug Name Tier
Nbr.
Tier
Description
30-Day
Preferred
Pharm
90-Day
Mail
Order
Drug
Usage
Mgmt
NINLARO 4 MG CAPSULE   5 Specialty Tier 25%N/AP Q:3
/28Days
NIPENT FOR INJECTION 10MG VIALS   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/AP
NITRO-BID 2% OINTMENT   2* Generic $4.00$8.00None
Nitrofurantoin 25mg/5mL   3 Preferred Brand 18%18%None
NITROFURANTOIN MACROCRYSTALLINE 50 mg cap   2* Generic $4.00$8.00None
Nitrofurantoin mcr 100 mg cap   3 Preferred Brand 18%18%None
NITROFURANTOIN MCR 25 MG CAP   3 Preferred Brand 18%18%None
NITROFURANTOIN MONO-MCR 100 MG   2* Generic $4.00$8.00None
NITROGLYCERIN 0.2 MG/HR PATCH   2* Generic $4.00$8.00None
NITROGLYCERIN 0.3 MG TABLET SL   2* Generic $4.00$8.00None
NITROGLYCERIN 0.4 MG TABLET SL   2* Generic $4.00$8.00None
Drug Name Tier
Nbr.
Tier
Description
30-Day
Preferred
Pharm
90-Day
Mail
Order
Drug
Usage
Mgmt
NITROGLYCERIN 0.4 MG/HR PATCH   2* Generic $4.00$8.00None
NITROGLYCERIN 0.6 MG TABLET SL   2* Generic $4.00$8.00None
NITROGLYCERIN 0.6 MG/HR PATCH   2* Generic $4.00$8.00None
NITROGLYCERIN LINGUAL 0.4 MG   2* Generic $4.00$8.00None
NITROGLYCERIN TRANSOERMAL SYSTEM .1MG/HR 30 SYSTEM BOX   2* Generic $4.00$8.00None
Norditropin 10mg/1.5mL 1 SYRINGE, PLASTIC per CARTON / 1.5 mL in 1 SYRINGE, PLASTIC   5 Specialty Tier 25%N/AP
Norditropin 15mg/1.5mL 1 SYRINGE, PLASTIC per CARTON / 1.5 mL in 1 SYRINGE, PLASTIC   5 Specialty Tier 25%N/AP
Norditropin 5mg/1.5mL 1 SYRINGE, PLASTIC per CARTON / 1.5 mL in 1 SYRINGE, PLASTIC   5 Specialty Tier 25%N/AP
noret-estr-fe 0.4-0.035(21)-75   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/ANone
NORETH-ESTRAD-FE 1-0.02(24)-75 Chewable Tablet [Minastrin]   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/ANone
Norethin-Estrad-Ferr 0.8-0.025 MG   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/ANone
Drug Name Tier
Nbr.
Tier
Description
30-Day
Preferred
Pharm
90-Day
Mail
Order
Drug
Usage
Mgmt
Norethin-Estrad-Ferr 1-0.02 mg   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/ANone
NORETHIN-ETH ESTRAD 0.5-2.5   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/ANone
NORETHIN-ETH ESTRAD 1 MG-5 MCG   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/ANone
NORETHIND-ETH ESTRAD 1-0.02 MG   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/ANone
NORETHINDRONE 0.35 MG TABLET   2* Generic $4.00$8.00None
NORETHINDRONE 5MG TABLET   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/ANone
NORG-EE 0.18-0.215-0.25/0.035   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/ANone
NORG-ETHIN ESTRA 0.18-0.215-0.25/0.025   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/ANone
NORG-ETHIN ESTRA 0.25-0.035 MG   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/ANone
NORMOSOL -R INJ /D5W   3 Preferred Brand 18%18%None
NORMOSOL-R PH 7.4 IV SOLUTION   3 Preferred Brand 18%18%None
Drug Name Tier
Nbr.
Tier
Description
30-Day
Preferred
Pharm
90-Day
Mail
Order
Drug
Usage
Mgmt
NORTHERA 100 MG CAPSULE   5 Specialty Tier 25%N/AP
NORTHERA 200 MG CAPSULE   5 Specialty Tier 25%N/AP
NORTHERA 300 MG CAPSULE   5 Specialty Tier 25%N/AP
NORTRIPTYLINE 10 MG/5 ML SOL   2* Generic $4.00$8.00None
NORTRIPTYLINE HCL 25MG CAP   2* Generic $4.00$8.00None
NORTRIPTYLINE HCL 50 MG CAP   2* Generic $4.00$8.00None
NORTRIPTYLINE HCL 75 MG CAP   2* Generic $4.00$8.00None
Nortriptyline Hydrochloride 10mg/1 100 CAPSULE BOTTLE   2* Generic $4.00$8.00None
NORVIR 100 MG POWDER PACKET   3 Preferred Brand 18%18%None
NORVIR 100 MG TABLET   3 Preferred Brand 18%18%None
NORVIR 100mg/1 30 CAPSULE BOTTLE   3 Preferred Brand 18%18%None
Drug Name Tier
Nbr.
Tier
Description
30-Day
Preferred
Pharm
90-Day
Mail
Order
Drug
Usage
Mgmt
NORVIR 80MG/ML ORAL SOLUTION   3 Preferred Brand 18%18%None
NOVOLOG 100 UNIT/ML CARTRIDGE   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/AS
NOVOLOG 100U/ML VIAL   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/AS
NOVOLOG FLEXPEN SYRINGE   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/AS
NOVOLOG MIX 70/30 SYRINGE 70-30U/ML   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/AS
NOVOLOG MIX 70/30 VIAL   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/AS
NOXAFIL 200MG/5ML SUSPENSION ORAL   5 Specialty Tier 25%N/ANone
NOXAFIL DR 100 MG TABLET   5 Specialty Tier 25%N/ANone
NUCALA 100 MG VIAL   5 Specialty Tier 25%N/AP Q:1
/28Days
NUEDEXTA 20; 10mg/1; mg/1   3 Preferred Brand 18%18%P
NULOJIX 250mg/1 1 VIAL, SINGLE-USE per CARTON / 1 INJECTION, POWDER, LYOPHILIZED, FOR SOLUTION in   5 Specialty Tier 25%N/AP
Drug Name Tier
Nbr.
Tier
Description
30-Day
Preferred
Pharm
90-Day
Mail
Order
Drug
Usage
Mgmt
NUPLAZID 17 MG TABLET   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/ANone
NYAMYC 100,000 UNITS/GM POWDER   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/ANone
NYSTATIN 100,000 UNIT/GM CREAM   2* Generic $4.00$8.00None
NYSTATIN 100,000 UNIT/GM POWD   2* Generic $4.00$8.00None
NYSTATIN 100,000 UNITS/GM OINT   2* Generic $4.00$8.00None
Nystatin 100000[USP'U]/mL   2* Generic $4.00$8.00None
NYSTATIN 500,000 UNIT ORAL TAB   2* Generic $4.00$8.00None
NYSTATIN/TRIAMCINOLONE CRM   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/ANone
NYSTATIN/TRIAMCINOLONE OINT 10000UNT/1MG   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/ANone
NYSTOP 100,000 UNITS/GM POWDER   4 Non-Preferred Drug 46%N/ANone

Chart Legend:

Below are a few notes to help you understand the above 2018 Medicare Part D Express Scripts Medicare - Saver (PDP) Plan Formulary.
  • Plan Name: This is the official Medicare Part D prescription drug plan name from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). The same Medicare Part D plan name generally has a different Plan ID in each state (or CMS Region). The plan name is followed by the plan type (PDP, HMO, HMO-POS, PPO, PFFS, etc.)

  • Monthly Premium: This is the amount you must pay each month for this prescription drug plan. This monthly premium must be paid even if you are in the initial deductible phase or the coverage gap (donut hole) phase.

  • Deductible: If your Part D plan has an initial deductible, you are 100% responsible for your drug costs until your expenses exceed this value and you begin your Initial Coverage Phase. Many Medicare Part D plans use the standard $405 deductible as provided by CMS in their Standard plan design. Some Part D plan providers offer an initial deductible lower than the Standard deductible. Many prescription drug plans do not have a deductible (also called first dollar coverage or a $0 deductible), however the monthly premium for a plan with a $0 deductible may be slightly higher.

  • Qualifies for LIS: The Extra Help or Low Income Subsidy (LIS) Program.
    • Yes - This plan qualifies for the $0 Premium for those persons with a full LIS or Extra Help benefit. Persons on the LIS program who select a qualifying plan will also pay a $0 deductible, pay lower cost-sharing payments and have coverage through the Coverage Gap or Doughnut Hole.

    • No - This plan does not qualify for the $0 Premium for persons with the full LIS benefit.

  • Plan ID: This is the Medicare Part D prescription drug plan's unique ID.
  • Drug Tier Information - Drug Tiers are the logical grouping of prescription drugs on a Part D plan formulary. These fields represent the Tier (or drug list group) - for this particular medication - on this particular plan’s Formulary or Drug List.
    • Tier Number - This is the actual numerical tier level from the formulary. Most Part D plans have five (5) tiers 1=Preferred Generics, 2=Generics, 3=Preferred Brands, 4=Non-preferred Brands, 5=Specialty Drugs. *Some Part D plans exclude one or more drug tiers from the deductible. If the drug tier field above is followed by * (example: 2*), then this drug tier is excluded from the plan’s deductible.
    • Tier Description - This is the Medicare Part D plan’s description of this particular drug tier.
  • Cost Sharing - Copay / Coinsurance - These figures apply to the initial coverage phase of your plan. This is the phase after the initial deductible has been met and before you reach the Coverage Gap (Donut Hole). Plans often cover drugs in "tiers". Tiers are specific to the list of drugs covered by the plan. Plans may have several tiers, and the copay for a drug depends on the drug’s tier. The drug Tier is shown to the left of this column. These cost sharing figures DO NOT necessarily apply to the Coverage Gap. The plan may have a separate copay/coinsurance for the same drug while in the Coverage Gap. There are two figures shown under this "Cost Sharing" category:
    • Preferred Network Pharmacy - (Preferred Pharm) - This is the cost-share amount you would pay during the intial coverage phase for a 30-Day supply (until your total retail prescription drug costs reach $3750) at a "Preferred" network pharmacy. In most cases, the "Preferred" network network pharmacy cost-sharing is lower than the standard (non-preferred) network pharmacy cost-sharing.
    • Mail Order - This is the cost-share amount you would pay during the initial coverage phase for a 90-Day supply if you purchased your medication through your plan’s preferred mail order partner(s).
  • Drug Utilization Management or Coverage Rules - (Drug Usage Mgmt) - This shows the plan requires drug utilization management controls for this particular medication.
    • None - This drug does not fall under any drug utilization management controls.
    • P - Prior Authorization -This drug is subject to prior authorization.
    • S - Step Therapy -This drug is subject to step therapy.
    • Q - Quantity Limits -This drug is subject to quantity limits. The actual quantity limit is shown as Q:Amount/Days. For Example: Q:6/28Days means the quantity limit is a quantity of 6 pills per 28 days. Q:90/365Days would mean that the plan limits this drug to 90 pills for the entire year.




(Chart Source: Centers for Medicare and Medicaid files: CMS Data September 2018 )

Please note: The above plan information comes from CMS. We make every attempt to keep our information up-to-date with plan/premium changes. However, the Medicare Part D plan data changes over time and we cannot guarantee the accuracy of this information. You should always verify cost and coverage information with your Part D plan provider.







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  • When enrolling in a Medicare Advantage plan, you must continue to pay your Medicare Part B premium.
  • Medicare beneficiaries with higher incomes may be required to pay both a Medicare Part B and Medicare Part D Income Related Monthly Adjustment Amount (IRMAA). Read more on IRMAA.
  • Medicare Advantage plans that include prescription drug coverage (MAPDs) are considered Medicare Part D plans and members with higher incomes may be subject to the Medicare Part D Income Related Monthly Adjustment Amount (IRMAA), just as members in stand-alone Part D plans. In certain situations, you can appeal IRMAA.
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  • If you are enrolled in a Medicare plan with Part D prescription drug coverage, you may be eligible for financial Extra Help to assist with the payment of your prescription drug premiums and drug purchases. To see if you qualify for Extra Help, call: 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227). TTY users should call 1-877-486-2048, 24 hours a day/ 7 days a week or consult www.medicare.gov; the Social Security Office at 1-800-772-1213 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m., Monday through Friday. TTY users should call, 1-800-325-0778; or your state Medicaid Office.
  • Medicare evaluates plans based on a 5-Star rating system. Star Ratings are calculated each year and may change from one year to the next.
  • A Medicare Advantage Private Fee-for-Service plan (PFFS) is not a Medicare supplement plan. Providers who do not contract with the plan are not required to see you except in an emergency.
  • Disclaimer for Institutional Special Needs Plan (SNP): This plan is available to anyone with Medicare who meets the Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) level of care and resides in a nursing home.
  • Disclaimer for Dual Eligible (Medicare/Medicaid) Special Needs Plan (SNP): This plan is available to anyone who has both Medical Assistance from the State and Medicare. Premiums, co-pays, co-insurance, and deductibles may vary based on the level of Extra Help you receive. Please contact the plan for further details.
  • Disclaimer for Chronic Condition Special Needs Plan (SNP): This plan is available to anyone with Medicare who has been diagnosed with the plan specific Chronic Condition.
  • Medicare MSA Plans combine a high deductible Medicare Advantage Plan and a trust or custodial savings account (as defined and/or approved by the IRS). The plan deposits money from Medicare into the account. You can use this money to pay for your health care costs, but only Medicare-covered expenses count toward your deductible. The amount deposited is usually less than your deductible amount, so you generally have to pay out-of-pocket before your coverage begins.
  • Medicare MSA Plans do not cover prescription drugs. If you join a Medicare MSA Plan, you can also join any separate (stand-alone) Medicare Part D prescription drug plan
  • There are additional restrictions to join an MSA plan, and enrollment is generally for a full calendar year unless you meet certain exceptions. Those who disenroll during the calendar year will owe a portion of the account deposit back to the plan. Contact the plan provider for additional information.
  • Medicare beneficiaries may enroll through the CMS Medicare Online Enrollment Center located at www.medicare.gov.
  • Medicare beneficiaries can file a complaint with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services by calling 1-800-MEDICARE 24 hours a day/7 days or using the medicare.gov site. Beneficiaries can appoint a representative by submitting CMS Form-1696.