Commonwealth Fund December 17, 2025
TOPLINES
The number of standalone prescription drug plans for traditional Medicare beneficiaries has declined in recent years, raising questions about whether beneficiaries are able to find plans that meet their needs
Drug prices continue to be a top concern for Medicare beneficiaries, with one of five saying they use discount websites like GoodRx or Amazon, instead of their prescription drug plan
Every fall, Medicare beneficiaries can review and change how they receive their Medicare benefits, including their prescription drug coverage — also known as Part D. Since the introduction of Medicare Part D, beneficiaries have been able to choose from many private prescription drug plans. Beneficiaries with traditional Medicare can enroll in a separate, standalone prescription drug plan (PDP) while...







