Prescription Drug Plan (PDP)
A prescription drug plan (PDP) is a stand-alone Part D plan covering outpatient prescription drugs only, without medical or hospital coverage. PDPs are private plans regulated and subsidized by Medicare and are commonly paired with Original Medicare or an MSA plan.
Definition
A prescription drug plan (PDP) is a stand-alone Part D plan covering outpatient prescription drugs only, without medical or hospital coverage. PDPs are private plans regulated and subsidized by Medicare and are commonly paired with Original Medicare or an MSA plan.
Why it matters
Patients in Original Medicare typically need a PDP for drug coverage, so verifying the correct PDP supports accurate medication and coverage planning.
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