Average Annual Part D Deductibles Have Increased for PDPs in Recent Years, While Decreasing for MA-PDs; the 2021 Weighted Average Deductible is 3.5 Times Larger in PDPs ($350) than in MA-PDs ($102)

NOTE: PDP is stand-alone prescription drug plan. MA-PD is Medicare Advantage drug plan. Estimates weighted by enrollment (March of respective year). Average weighted Part D deductible amount excludes employer group plans and Special Needs Plans. SOURCE: KFF analysis of CMS Part D enrollment and benefit files, 2006-2021.
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