Maryland Senior Prescription Drug Assistance Program (SPDAP)

This program pays up to $50 every month towards your Part D premium and allows you to switch your plan one time a year outside of open enrollment.

Eligibility is based on gross monthly income. There is no asset limit.

Household Size

Monthly Gross Income Limit*

1

< $3,397

2

< $4,577

An application can be found at www.marylandspdap.com or assistance with a mailed-in application is available at the Bureau by calling 410-386-3800.

 

Social Security Extra Help

This program assists individuals enrolled in Medicare Part D prescription drug plans with their Part D premium, deductible and co-insurance. 

Eligibility is based on gross monthly income and value of assets. Your assets do not include your primary residence or vehicle.

Household Size

Monthly Gross Income Limit*

Asset Limit*

1

$1,698

$15,510

2

$2,288

$30,950

An online application can be found at www.ssa.gov or assistance with completing the online application is available at the Bureau by calling 410-386-3800.

 

Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB) and Specified Low-Income Medicare Beneficiary (SLMB)

QMB pays the Part A and Part B premiums, deductibles and the Part B co-insurance ("the 20%"). SLMB pays the Part B premium only.

Eligibility is based on gross monthly income and value of assets. Your assets do not include your primary residence or vehicle.

Household Size

QMB Monthly Gross Income Limit*

SLMB Monthly Gross Income Limit*

Asset Limit*

1

$1,153

$1,549

$8,400

2

$1,546

$2,080

$12,600

Assistance with a mail-in application is available at the Bureau by calling 410-386-3800. Medicare Savings Programs QMB/SLMB Website

 

*Monthly Gross Income and Asset Limits are subject to change. Always verify by calling the Bureau at 410-386-3800.