The Extra Help program helps with the cost of your prescription drugs, like deductibles and copays. You can apply for Extra Help any time before or after you enroll in Part D.

Before we can help you, you must fill out this application, put it in the enclosed envelope and mail it today, or you may complete an online application at www.ssa.gov/medicare/part-d-extra …

We will review your application and send you a letter to let you know if you qualify for Extra Help. To use the Extra Help, you must enroll in a Medicare prescription drug plan.

After you apply, Social Security will review your application and send you a letter to let you know if you qualify for Extra Help. Once you qualify, you can choose a Medicare prescription drug plan.

To help us determine if you are eligible for Extra Help, you will need to file an Application for Extra Help with Medicare Prescription Drug Plan Costs (Form SSA-1020).

This guide provides information about Social Security’s Application for Extra Help with Medicare Prescription Drug Plan Costs (Form SSA-1020). Under the Medicare prescription drug …

We will review your application and send you a letter to let you know if you qualify for extra help. We also will send you information about the Medicare Prescription Drug program and tell you …

Dec 12, 2022 · The easiest way to apply for Extra Help is online. You can also call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. Monday through Friday to apply …

Dec 9, 2025 · The Medicare Part D Extra Help program helps Medicare beneficiaries with limited income and resources pay for prescription drug coverage. Eligible beneficiaries receive …

Dec 4, 2025 · Extra Help assists Medicare beneficiaries with limited income and resources with their Medicare prescription drug plan costs (i.e., premiums, deductibles, and copayments). We …