Medicare has good news to share: a new prescription drug law that went into effect January 1, 2023, will help people with Medicare save money — an average savings of up to $70 in out-of-pocket costs each year.
With more recommended vaccines now covered for free under Medicare Part D, more people with Medicare will be protected against diseases and severe illnesses such as:
- Shingles
- Tetanus/diphtheria (Td)
- Tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (whooping cough) (Tdap)
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Flu
- COVID-19
- Pneumococcal Pneumonia
Serious diseases can impact our health and quality of life, which is why it’s so important to stay up-to-date with vaccines. Talk with your doctor about which vaccines are right for you!
For more information about how the new law improves access to affordable treatments and strengthens the Medicare program, visit: Medicare.gov – Saving Money with the Prescription Drug Law.
Not only are more vaccines covered, but there will be lower costs for insulin, lower out-of-pocket drug costs, and Medicare will negotiate to get you lower drug prices on certain brand-name Medicare Part B and Part D drugs.
SOURCE: Medicare.gov
