We have a special Medicare Part D Appeals Unit to help elderly and disabled Maine residents with Medicare Part D. There is no cost for this help.
If you live in Maine and have Medicare, but you cannot get your medicine or are paying too much for it, or are just confused, call the Medicare Part D Unit, toll-free, at:
1-877-774-7772 [1]
Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to Noon, and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
We will help you by phone. You also may be able to find some answers to some of your questions below.
Are you a Provider? Go here: Medicare Part D - For Medicare Providers [2]
On January 1, 2006, Medicare benefits expanded into the world of prescription drug coverage. Medicare Part D is highly technical and complex. We've designed this website to help you better understand how to make Part D work for you.
Getting Started - the Basics
What is Medicare prescription drug coverage? [3]
Who is eligible for Medicare Part D coverage? [4]
If I have Medicaid (MaineCare) and Medicare, do I need Medicare Part D coverage? [5]
What if I already have prescription drug coverage from another source? [6]
Where do I go for help with Medicare Part D? [7]
What Medicare Part D Plans are available in Maine? [8]
About Enrolling
Costs and Coverage
Problems with Getting Drugs under Your Plan?
My Medicare Part D plan denied coverage of my drug. How do I find out why I was denied coverage? [14]
What if my Medicare Part D plan determined that my drug was not medically necessary? [15]
What if my drug is not on my Medicare Part D plan's formulary? [16]
What if my doctor prescribed a dosage that is not covered by my Medicare Part D plan? [18]
Other common problems / changing plans