Wellcare Value Script A 2025 Medicare Part D Plan Available in Alabama

CMS Rating: ☆☆☆☆☆ (3.5 out of 5 stars^*)

Welcome to your guide to the Wellcare Value Script Medicare Part D plan for 2025. This page covers key details about the plan, including its benefits, costs, and CMS star rating. We’ve also provided enrollment options to help you secure prescription drug coverage in Alabama.

The Wellcare Value Script plan offers valuable coverage to help reduce your prescription drug costs, whether you're enrolled in Medicare Part A and/or Part B, or a Medicare Advantage plan without drug coverage in Alabama.

• Monthly Premium
• Deductible
• Copays
• CMS 5-Star Ratings
• Enrollment
• Contact the Plan

Understanding Medicare Part D Plan Costs

Wellcare Value Script has a range of costs, including monthly premiums, deductibles, copayments, and coinsurance. Understanding how each of these components impacts your overall expenses is key to managing your prescription drug costs effectively. The sections below will guide you through each cost factor.

Monthly Premium Overview

The Wellcare Value Script plan's monthly premium is an important factor in your total costs. Some plans include extra fees or offer financial aid through the Low-Income Subsidy (LIS) program. The following table details the premium costs for this 2025 plan by Wellcare.

IMPORTANT: If you qualify for the Low-Income Subsidy (LIS) program, known as "Extra Help," you could receive assistance with your prescription drug plan costs in Alabama. For more details, visit the Social Security Extra Help page.

Part D Prescription Drug Plan Deductible

This plan's Medicare Part D annual deductible is $590.00. You will need to pay this deductible amount before Wellcare begins covering your prescription drug costs at the pharmacy.

Out-of-Pocket Costs in this Drug Plan

In addition to the monthly premium and deductible, you'll also be responsible for copayments (fixed amounts) and/or coinsurance (a percentage of the drug cost) under the Wellcare Value Script plan. The following table details these out-of-pocket costs.

How the CMS 5-Star Rating Works

The CMS assigns Medicare Part D plans a star rating, ranging from 1 to 5 stars, based on several factors, including customer service, member satisfaction, and prescription drug safety. This annual rating helps you evaluate the quality of a plan before enrolling. A 5-star rating indicates top-tier performance. Below, you’ll find the CMS rating for the Wellcare Value Script plan.

When to Enroll in a Medicare Part D Plan

Knowing when to enroll in a Medicare Part D plan is crucial to ensuring you have the coverage you need. Below are the main enrollment periods:

• Initial Enrollment Period (IEP): Your first chance to enroll in Medicare Part D typically starts three months before the month you turn 65 and lasts for seven months. Learn more about when your Initial Enrollment Period begins.
• Annual Enrollment Period (AEP): Every year from October 15 to December 7, you can join, switch, or drop your Medicare Part D plan. Get details about the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period.
• Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period (MA-OEP): From January 1 to March 31, you can change your Medicare Advantage plan or switch back to Original Medicare (with or without Part D), so long as you are currently enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan. Explore the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period.
• Special Enrollment Period (SEP): Certain events, like moving or losing other coverage, may qualify you for a Special Enrollment Period, allowing you to enroll or change plans outside the usual periods.

How to Enroll in Wellcare Value Script

There are several ways to enroll in Wellcare Value Script or another Medicare Part D plan, allowing you to choose the method that works best for you:

• Online via MedicareEnrollment.com: Visit MedicareEnrollment.com to compare plans and enroll online quickly and securely.
• Call HealthCompare: For personalized assistance, call HealthCompare at 833-748-3201 (TTY 711) to get expert help with finding the right plan (Mon-Fri 5am-6pm, Sat 6am-5pm PST).
• Call 1-800-MEDICARE: Speak with a Medicare representative by calling 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227). TTY users can call 1-877-486-2048.
• Call the Plan Directly: You can also contact the plan directly using the details provided below to enroll over the phone.

Contact Wellcare

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This page was last updated on October 23, 2024.