SilverScript Choice A 2025 Medicare Part D Plan Available in Alaska
SilverScript Choice A 2025 Medicare Part D Plan Available in Alaska
This guide provides an overview of the SilverScript Choice Medicare Part D plan for 2025. You’ll find important information about the plan's benefits, costs, and star rating, along with details on how to enroll in Alaska. Use the sections below to explore your prescription drug coverage options.
SilverScript Choice helps lower your prescription drug expenses, whether you’re enrolled in Medicare Part A and/or Part B, or a Medicare Advantage plan without drug coverage in Alaska.
SilverScript Choice : Part D Plan Overview | |
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Part D Plan ID: | S5601-068 |
Plan Year: | 2025 |
Total Part D Premium: | $44.90 |
Annual Deductible: | $590.00 |
Part D Benefit Type: | Basic |
No Deductible Drug Tier: | Not Applicable |
Low Income Subsidy: | Yes |
Insured By: | Aetna Medicare |
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Understanding Medicare Part D Plan Costs
SilverScript Choice 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
Your monthly premium for the SilverScript Choice plan is bundled into the total plan cost. Depending on the plan, you may face additional expenses or qualify for Low-Income Subsidy (LIS) support. The table below outlines the premium structure for this 2025 Aetna Medicare plan.
Basic Part D Premium: | $44.90 |
Supplemental Part D Premium: | $0.00 |
Total Part D Premium: | $44.90 |
Low Income Premium Subsidy: | $38.85 |
Low Income Premium Subsidy CMS Pays: | $38.90 |
Low Income Subsidy Premium: | $6.00 |
TIP: To learn more about the Low-Income Subsidy (LIS) program, also known as "Extra Help," and how it can assist with your prescription drug costs in Alaska, visit the Social Security Extra Help page.
Annual Deductible Information
This plan has a Medicare Part D annual deductible of $590.00. You must pay this amount upfront at the pharmacy before Aetna Medicare begins contributing to your prescription costs.
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 SilverScript Choice plan. The following table details these out-of-pocket costs.
Drug Tier | Retail | Mail Order | |
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Preferred Generic | $5.00 | $5.00 | |
Generic | $10.00 | $10.00 | |
Preferred Brand | 19.00% | 19.00% | |
Non-Preferred Drug | 32.00% | 32.00% | |
Specialty Tier | 25.00% | 25.00% | |
*Deductible does not apply. |
What the CMS 5-Star Rating Means
Every year, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) rates Medicare Part D plans on a 5-star scale, with 5 stars representing excellent quality and performance. These ratings consider factors like customer service, member experience, and the safety of prescription drugs. A higher rating reflects better overall quality, helping you choose the best plan for your needs. The table below shows the CMS rating for the SilverScript Choice plan.
CMS Measure | Star Rating |
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Overall Plan Rating | |
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Complaints and Changes in the Drug Plan | |
Member Experience with the Drug Plan | |
Drug Safety and Accuracy of Drug Pricing |
When to Enroll in Medicare Part D
It's important to enroll in a Medicare Part D plan during specific periods to avoid penalties and ensure continuous coverage. Here are the key times to sign up:
- Initial Enrollment Period (IEP): Your first opportunity to join Medicare Part D typically begins three months before you turn 65 and continues for seven months. Find out more about the Initial Enrollment Period.
- Annual Enrollment Period (AEP): From October 15 to December 7 each year, you can change your Medicare Part D plan. Get details on the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period.
- Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period (MA-OEP): Between January 1 and March 31, you can change your Medicare Advantage plan or return to Original Medicare (with or without Part D), so long as you are currently enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan. Learn more about the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period.
- Special Enrollment Period (SEP): Specific situations, like moving or losing other coverage, may allow you to use a Special Enrollment Period to enroll or switch plans.
How to Sign Up for SilverScript Choice
Here are a few ways to enroll in SilverScript Choice or a different Medicare Part D plan:
- 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 Aetna Medicare
Website: | Aetna Medicare Plan Page |
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Formulary: | Aetna Medicare Formulary Page |
Pharmacy: | Aetna Medicare Pharmacy Page |
Prospective Part D Members: | (833)526-2445 |
Prospective Part D TTY Users: | 711 |
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