SilverScript Choice A 2025 Medicare Part D Plan Available in Illinois

CMS Rating: ☆☆☆☆☆ (2.5 out of 5 stars^*)

Welcome to your guide to the SilverScript Choice 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 Illinois.

The SilverScript Choice 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 Illinois.

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

An Overview of Medicare Part D Plan Costs

When considering SilverScript Choice , it's important to look beyond the monthly premium. There are additional costs, such as deductibles, copayments, and coinsurance, that can affect your out-of-pocket expenses. The following sections explain each cost element to help you make informed decisions about your prescription drug coverage.

Plan Premium Details

The SilverScript Choice plan's monthly premium plays a significant role in determining your overall costs. Some plans may also include supplemental charges or offer Low-Income Subsidy (LIS) options. Below is a breakdown of the premium details for this 2025 plan from Aetna Medicare.

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 Illinois, visit the Social Security Extra Help page.

Part D Prescription Drug Plan Deductible

The annual Medicare Part D deductible for this plan is $590.00. You are responsible for paying this amount before Aetna Medicare starts sharing the cost of your prescriptions.

Out-of-Pocket Expenses with this Part D Plan

Along with the plan's monthly premium and deductible, SilverScript Choice requires you to pay copayments (a set dollar amount) or coinsurance (a percentage of the drug cost) when picking up your medications. The table below provides a breakdown of these out-of-pocket expenses.

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 SilverScript Choice plan.

Important Medicare Part D Enrollment Periods

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): This seven-month period begins three months before your 65th birthday month. Discover more about your Medicare Initial Enrollment Period.
• Annual Enrollment Period (AEP): Every year between October 15 and December 7, you can make changes to your Medicare Part D plan. Learn about the Annual Enrollment Period.
• Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period (MA-OEP): From January 1 to March 31, you can switch Medicare Advantage plans or return to Original Medicare, , so long as you are currently enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan. Learn more about the MA Open Enrollment Period.
• Special Enrollment Period (SEP): Life events such as relocating or losing coverage can trigger a Special Enrollment Period, allowing changes outside the usual enrollment windows.

How to Sign Up for SilverScript Choice

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

• Online via MedicareEnrollment.com: Compare and get enrolled online by visiting MedicareEnrollment.com.
• Call HealthCompare: Speak with a licensed insurance agent by calling HealthCompare at 833-748-3201 (TTY 711) for personalized assistance (Mon-Fri 5am-6pm, Sat 6am-5pm PST).
• Call 1-800-MEDICARE: You can also call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227) for help with enrollment. TTY users should dial 1-877-486-2048.
• Call the Plan Directly: Contact the plan directly using the information provided below to enroll by phone.

Contact Aetna Medicare

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This page was last updated on October 23, 2024.