Wellcare Classic A 2025 Medicare Part D Plan Available in Virginia

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

This guide provides an overview of the Wellcare Classic 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 Virginia. Use the sections below to explore your prescription drug coverage options.

Wellcare Classic 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 Virginia.

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

Understanding Medicare Part D Plan Costs

When considering Wellcare Classic , 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 Wellcare Classic 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 Virginia. For more details, 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

Beyond the monthly premium and deductible, Wellcare Classic includes copayments (fixed amounts) and/or coinsurance (a percentage of the cost) that you'll need to pay when filling your prescriptions. The table below outlines these costs in detail.

What the CMS 5-Star Rating Means

The CMS evaluates Medicare Part D plans each year and assigns a star rating from 1 to 5 based on their overall quality and performance. These ratings are determined by factors like member experiences, customer service, and how well the plan ensures prescription drug safety. Higher ratings indicate better quality, making it easier for you to choose the right plan. Below is the star rating for the Wellcare Classic plan.

When to Enroll in Medicare Part D

Timing your enrollment in Medicare Part D is critical. Here are the key periods when you can sign up for or make changes to your plan:

• 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 Enroll in Wellcare Classic

There are several ways to enroll in Wellcare Classic 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 Wellcare

Plans Offered Through Medicare.org

Medicare Advantage and Part D plans and benefits offered by the following carriers: Aetna Medicare, Anthem Blue Cross, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Aspire Health Plan, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan, Capital Blue Cross, Cigna Healthcare, Dean Health Plan, Devoted Health, Florida Blue Medicare, Freedom Health, GlobalHealth, Health Care Service Corporation, Healthy Blue, HealthSun, Humana, Molina Healthcare, Mutual of Omaha, Medica Central Health Plan, Optimum HealthCare, Premera Blue Cross, SCAN Health Plan, Simply, UnitedHealthcare(R), Wellcare, WellPoint.

This page was last updated on October 21, 2024.