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Low Income Subsidy · Extra HelpPay less for your prescriptions.
Extra Help, also called the Low Income Subsidy (LIS), is a Medicare program that can lower what you pay for prescription drug coverage. Let me help you find out if you qualify.
Low Income Subsidy-What is Extra Help?
Extra Help is a federal program that helps people with Medicare who have limited income and resources pay for their Part D prescription drug coverage.
Lower Premiums
Extra Help can reduce or eliminate your monthly Part D premium.
Lower Deductibles & Copays
Pay less at the pharmacy for covered prescriptions.
More Chances to Change Plans
People with Extra Help may have additional opportunities to change drug plans during the year.
Application Help
I'll walk you through the application and help coordinate your drug plan once you're approved.
Who May Qualify?
- People with Medicare who have limited income and resources
- People who receive Medicaid, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), or help from a Medicare Savings Program often qualify automatically
Income and resource limits change each year. The easiest way to know is to let me check for you. It's free.