The Nuts and Bolts of PDPs

Authors

Mary Ellen Stahlman, George Washington University

Document Type

Issue Brief

Publication Date

11-8-2006

Abstract

This issue brief provides an overview of Medicare prescription drug plans (PDPs), with a focus on fundamentals such as enrollment, premiums, formularies, cost sharing, prices, payment, cost management, and appeals and grievance processes. It also highlights major changes to the PDP landscape between 2006 and 2007.

Comments

Issue brief no. 817

Recommended Citation

Stahlman, Mary Ellen, "The Nuts and Bolts of PDPs" (2006). National Health Policy Forum. Paper 176.
https://hsrc.himmelfarb.gwu.edu/sphhs_centers_nhpf/176

Open Access

yes