Resources are available for North Dakotans on Medicare to help pay for prescription drugs and other insurance costs. These programs have income and asset limits.
Extra Help with Medicare Prescription Drug Plan
Need extra help with Medicare prescription drug plan costs? In order to qualify for additional help, your annual income and assets must not exceed:
| Monthly Income Limits | Asset Limits | |
|---|---|---|
| Single | $1,903 | $17,220 |
| Couple | $2,575 | $34,360 |
To apply, visit the U.S. Social Security Administration website or call 1-800-772-1213 (TTY: 1-800-325-0778).
Medicare Savings Program for Premiums & Cost-Sharing
The Medicare Savings Program (MSP) is available to assist with Medicare insurance costs for people with limited monthly income and assets. This state-run program offered through county social services offices may pay for monthly Medicare premiums, annual deductibles, and coinsurance costs.
| Monthly Income Limits | Asset Limits | |
|---|---|---|
| Single | $1,715 | $9,430 (+ $1,500 burial funds) |
| Couple | $2,320 | $14,130 (+ $1,500 burial funds) |
To apply, contact your county social services office. Find a location by visiting the North Dakota Department of Human Services website.
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