Individuals who meet certain income requirements may qualify for Extra Help to pay the costs of Medicare prescription drug coverage.

As of 2016, Low Income Subsidy Program (LIS) could reduce your costs for medications to no more than $2.95 for each generic/$7.40 for each brand-name covered drug. Some people pay only a portion of their Medicare drug plan premiums and deductibles based on their income level.

To qualify, your yearly income could be up to $17,
820 for an individual and $24,030 for a married couple, with resources not exceeding $13,640 for and individual and $27,250 for a married couple.

If you are already entitled to Medicaid, your benefits should automatically include LIS program benefits.