All about Medicare Part D prescription coverage in 2026
In this episode, Patrice and Stacy welcome Lauren Zandier, Director of Clinical Pharmacy at UPMC Health Plan, to explain recent and upcoming changes to Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage. Lauren walks listeners through the three stages of Part D coverage, the $2,000 annual cap introduced in 2025, and how the Inflation Reduction Act is shaping affordability for Medicare members. This episode also previews new policies for 2026, including negotiated drug prices and an updated annual cap.
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