Are any drug categories not included in Medicare prescription drug coverage?

September 20, 2009 by admin

Yes. Certain drugs are excluded, which means they can't be provided as part of standard Medicare prescription drug coverage. Some examples of excluded drugs include benzodiazepines, barbiturates, drugs for weight loss or gain, and erectile dysfunction drugs. However, a plan can choose to cover excluded drugs if the plan offers more than standard coverage. Non-prescription drugs may be covered under certain circumstances at no cost.