Savvy Senior 10/13/11

How to Pick the Best Medicare Prescription Drug Plan for You

Dear Savvy Senior,

I recently received a letter from my Medicare 'Part D' prescription drug plan provider notifying me that my premiums and co-pays will be increasing next year, and they are dropping coverage on one of the drugs that I take. How can I find a better drug plan?

Frustrated Senior

Dear Frustrated,

Because Medicare's prescription drug plans can change their costs and benefits from year-to-year, comparing Part D plans every year during the open enrollment season (which is now Oct. 15 - Dec. 7) is always a smart idea. Here...