Which part of Medicare covers prescription drugs?

• A. Part A
• B. Part D
• C. Part B
• D. Part C

Answer: (B)

Prescription drugs are covered by Medicare Part D. This is the separate, optional drug coverage you add to Original Medicare (Parts A and B). Part A covers inpatient hospital care, while Part B covers outpatient medical services and some drugs given in a clinical setting. Part C, or Medicare Advantage, bundles Parts A and B and may include drug coverage in some plans, but the specific program that handles most outpatient prescription medications is Part D. Drugs you get at a pharmacy are generally covered under Part D, whereas drugs administered in a doctor’s office or hospital are typically billed through Part B.