Medicare D problem

[madamesilverspurs]

When I went to pick up the medication that had been prescribed the pharmacist told me that it's not covered by my Medicare D provider (First Health) because it's a 'supplement', not a medication. And there's no way I can afford to buy it out of pocket.

Has anyone else run into this kind of thing? And can I find out if other providers hold the same opinion of such meds?

[PoliticAverse]

1. What was the medication ?

For more on part D coverage see...
https://www.cms.gov/Outreach-and-Education/Outreach/Partnerships/downloads/11315-P.pdf

[madamesilverspurs]

2. VSL#3

OTC meds were having minimal effect.

[Little Star]

3. I think they are all pretty much the same on otc stuff....

Perhaps your Dr. can find something close that is not considered a supplement?

[Downwinder]

4. Since the DS requires a prescription will Ins. cover that?

[mysuzuki2]

5. You should be able to find out what is covered in any particular plan easily.

Go to medicare.gov, put in your zip code and the medications you are on and you will be shown the plans which cover them. No plan will cover everything. Open season is coming in a month or so so you will be able in all probability to find a plan which suits you best.

[Worried senior]

6. If it's not considered an RX

if the dr. writes you a prescription for it you will not pay any tax applicable in your state.