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

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 Kansas.

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 Kansas.

• 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.

Premium Breakdown

Your monthly premium for the Wellcare Value Script 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 Wellcare plan.

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 Kansas, 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 Wellcare begins contributing to your prescription costs.

Out-of-Pocket Expenses with this Part D Plan

Along with the plan's monthly premium and deductible, Wellcare Value Script 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.

What the CMS 5-Star Rating Means

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

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 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 Medicare Part D

Here are a few ways to enroll in Wellcare Value Script 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 Wellcare

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This page was last updated on October 23, 2024.