108 Medicare Terms Defined

Medicare Glossary

Plain-English definitions for every Medicare term — from ABN to ZIP enrollment. No jargon, no confusion.

Terms starting with "P" — 1 term

P

Prescription Drug Plan (PDP)

Part D

A stand-alone Medicare Part D plan that provides prescription drug coverage for people enrolled in Original Medicare. PDPs are separate from Medicare Advantage plans that already include drug coverage.

Also known as: PDP, Stand-alone Part D Plan

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