Alaska Medicare Part D Plans
Look beyond premium to compare Alaska Medicare Part D plans
If you are interested in enrolling in an Alaska Medicare Part D plan you have your work cut out for you. There are 23 part D plans to choose from. Provided below is a complete listing of all available plans for 2013.
You may want to just cut to the chase and choose the best Medicare drug plan. But that is easier said than done. Plans can vary widely by premium as well as which drugs are covered and everyone has different needs.
When you start to compare Part D plans start by getting a top level view of plan features and drill down from there. Included below are the plan premiums, deductibles, type of plan (basic or enhanced) whether there is coverage in the gap and the Medicare star rating.
Once you have narrowed your list you should complete your research by reviewing each plan’s formulary. The formulary is the list of drugs covered by a plan. A formulary will also indicate which tier a particular drug is placed in. Different plans may place the same drug in different tiers. This is important because the tier will determine the amount of copay or coinsurance required.
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Alaska Part D for 2013
Aetna Medicare
| Medicare Part D Plan Name | Benefit Type | Premium | Deductible | Gap Coverage | Star Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aetna Medicare Rx Essentials (PDP) | Basic | $57.70 | $325 | No Gap Coverage | 3.5 Stars |
| Aetna Medicare Rx Premier (PDP) | Enhanced | $100.00 | $0 | Many Generics and Some Brands | 3.5 Stars |
Cigna Medicare Rx
| Medicare Part D Plan Name | Benefit Type | Premium | Deductible | Gap Coverage | Star Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cigna Medicare Rx Plan One (PDP) | Basic | $43.20 | $325 | No Gap Coverage | 3 Stars |
EnvisionRx Plus
| Medicare Part D Plan Name | Benefit Type | Premium | Deductible | Gap Coverage | Star Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EnvisionRxPlus Gold (PDP) | Enhanced | $54.50 | $150 | Some Generics | 3 Stars |
| EnvisionRxPlus Silver (PDP) | Basic | $32.00 | $325 | No Gap Coverage | 3 Stars |
Express Scripts Medicare
| Medicare Part D Plan Name | Benefit Type | Premium | Deductible | Gap Coverage | Star Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express Scripts Medicare – Choice (PDP) | Enhanced | $81.40 | $200 | Many Generics | 4 Stars |
| Express Scripts Medicare – Value (PDP) | Basic | $50.90 | $325 | No Gap Coverage | 4 Stars |
First Health Part D
| Medicare Part D Plan Name | Benefit Type | Premium | Deductible | Gap Coverage | Star Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Health Part D Premier (PDP) | Basic | $36.40 | $325 | No Gap Coverage | 3 Stars |
| First Health Part D Premier Plus (PDP) | Enhanced | $89.70 | $0 | Some Generics and Some Brands | 3.5 Stars |
HealthMarkets Medicare
| Medicare Part D Plan Name | Benefit Type | Premium | Deductible | Gap Coverage | Star Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reader’s Digest Value Rx (PDP) | Basic | $34.10 | $325 | No Gap Coverage | Not Enough Data for Rating |
HealthSpring Prescription Drug Plan
| Medicare Part D Plan Name | Benefit Type | Premium | Deductible | Gap Coverage | Star Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HealthSpring Prescription Drug Plan-Reg 34 (PDP) | Basic | $35.60 | $325 | No Gap Coverage | 2.5 Stars |
Humana Insurance Company
| Medicare Part D Plan Name | Benefit Type | Premium | Deductible | Gap Coverage | Star Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Humana Enhanced (PDP) | Enhanced | $55.70 | $0 | No Gap Coverage | 3.5 Stars |
| Humana Walmart-Preferred Rx Plan (PDP) | Basic | $18.50 | $325 | No Gap Coverage | 3.5 Stars |
SilverScript
| Medicare Part D Plan Name | Benefit Type | Premium | Deductible | Gap Coverage | Star Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SilverScript Basic (PDP) | Basic | $42.70 | $325 | No Gap Coverage | 3 Stars |
SmartD Rx
| Medicare Part D Plan Name | Benefit Type | Premium | Deductible | Gap Coverage | Star Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SmartD Rx Plus (PDP) | Enhanced | $68.50 | $0 | Some Generics | Not Enough Data for Rating |
| SmartD Rx Saver (PDP) | Basic | $34.10 | $325 | No Gap Coverage | Not Enough Data for Rating |
UniCare
| Medicare Part D Plan Name | Benefit Type | Premium | Deductible | Gap Coverage | Star Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MedicareRx Rewards Standard (PDP) | Basic | $55.40 | $325 | No Gap Coverage | 2 Stars |
United American Insurance Company
| Medicare Part D Plan Name | Benefit Type | Premium | Deductible | Gap Coverage | Star Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United American – Select (PDP) | Basic | $46.50 | $325 | No Gap Coverage | 3.5 Stars |
UnitedHealthcare
| Medicare Part D Plan Name | Benefit Type | Premium | Deductible | Gap Coverage | Star Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AARP MedicareRx Enhanced (PDP) | Enhanced | $108.50 | $0 | Some Generics and Some Brands | 3 Stars |
| AARP MedicareRx Preferred (PDP) | Enhanced | $41.10 | $0 | No Gap Coverage | 3 Stars |
| AARP MedicareRx Saver Plus (PDP) | Basic | $15.00 | $325 | No Gap Coverage | 3 Stars |
WellCare
| Medicare Part D Plan Name | Benefit Type | Premium | Deductible | Gap Coverage | Star Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WellCare Classic (PDP) | Basic | $37.70 | $0 | No Gap Coverage | 3 Stars |
| WellCare Extra (PDP) | Enhanced | $39.00 | $0 | Many Generics | 3 Stars |
Additional resources to compare Part D plans in Alaska
The most comprehensive information detailing plan benefits and features is available at the plan’s website. Most sites include a Drug Look Up tool or you can print a complete formulary if you wish. You can also locate information about the pharmacy network as well as any mail order benefits that are offered.
You can visit the medicare.gov website and link to a plans website to find this information. If you have a limited income you can also check with Social security to see if you qualify for extra help. Qualifying for extra help will reduce or eliminate your monthly Premium and give you lower copay and coinsurance amounts. With 23 available Part D plans in Alaska for 2013 you should be able to find one that will meet your needs.
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