Medicare Part D Rankings
According to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) 2026 Part D formulary data, released in October 2025, these rankings surface the most widely covered drugs and the standalone plans behind them. Under the Inflation Reduction Act, Part D out-of-pocket spending is capped at $2,000 a year in 2026; see our methodology for how coverage breadth is measured.
Lowest-Premium Standalone Drug Plans (PDP)
Part D standalone plans with the lowest monthly premiums nationally. A low premium doesn't always mean lowest total cost, consider deductibles and copays for your specific medications.
| # | Plan Name | Insurer | Premium/mo | Deductible | States |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wellcare Dual Access (HMO-POS D-SNP) | WELLCARE OF CONNECTICUT, INC. | $0 | $550.00 | CT |
| 2 | Wellcare Simple (HMO-POS) | WELLCARE OF CONNECTICUT, INC. | $0 | $615.00 | CT |
| 3 | Wellcare Dual Liberty (HMO D-SNP) | WELLCARE OF CONNECTICUT, INC. | $0 | $515.00 | CT |
| 4 | Wellcare Giveback (HMO-POS) | WELLCARE OF CONNECTICUT, INC. | $0 | $615.00 | CT |
| 5 | Anthem Full Dual Advantage (PPO D-SNP) | ANTHEM HEALTH PLANS, INC. | $0 | $615.00 | CT |
| 6 | Anthem Dual Advantage (PPO D-SNP) | ANTHEM HEALTH PLANS, INC. | $0 | $615.00 | CT |
| 7 | ConnectiCare Choice Dual (HMO-POS D-SNP) | CONNECTICARE INSURANCE COMPANY, INC. | $0 | $615.00 | CT |
| 8 | ConnectiCare Passage Plan 1 (HMO-POS) | CONNECTICARE, INC. | $0 | $200.00 | CT |
| 9 | ConnectiCare Choice Plan 3 (HMO-POS) | CONNECTICARE, INC. | $0 | $225.00 | CT |
| 10 | Anthem Full Dual Advantage Select (HMO D-SNP) | ANTHEM HEALTH PLANS, INC. | $0 | $615.00 | CT |
| 11 | Anthem Dual Advantage (HMO D-SNP) | ANTHEM HEALTH PLANS, INC. | $0 | $615.00 | CT |
| 12 | CarePartners Access (PPO) | CAREPARTNERS OF CONNECTICUT, INC. | $0 | $550.00 | CT |
| 13 | CarePartners of CT CareAdvantage Preferred (HMO) | CAREPARTNERS OF CONNECTICUT, INC. | $0 | $450.00 | CT |
| 14 | HealthSpring TotalCare Plus (HMO D-SNP) | BRAVO HEALTH PENNSYLVANIA, INC. | $0 | $615.00 | CT |
| 15 | Anthem Kidney Care (HMO-POS C-SNP) | ANTHEM HEALTH PLANS, INC. | $0 | $350.00 | CT |
| 16 | Wellcare Classic (PDP) | WELLCARE PRESCRIPTION INSURANCE, INC. | $0 | $615.00 | - |
| 17 | Wellcare Classic (PDP) | WELLCARE PRESCRIPTION INSURANCE, INC. | $0 | $615.00 | - |
| 18 | Wellcare Classic (PDP) | WELLCARE PRESCRIPTION INSURANCE, INC. | $0 | $615.00 | - |
| 19 | Wellcare Classic (PDP) | WELLCARE PRESCRIPTION INSURANCE, INC. | $0 | $615.00 | - |
| 20 | Wellcare Classic (PDP) | WELLCARE PRESCRIPTION INSURANCE, INC. | $0 | $615.00 | - |
| 21 | Wellcare Classic (PDP) | WELLCARE PRESCRIPTION INSURANCE, INC. | $0 | $615.00 | - |
| 22 | Wellcare Classic (PDP) | WELLCARE PRESCRIPTION INSURANCE, INC. | $0 | $615.00 | - |
| 23 | Wellcare Classic (PDP) | WELLCARE PRESCRIPTION INSURANCE, INC. | $0 | $615.00 | - |
| 24 | Wellcare Classic (PDP) | WELLCARE PRESCRIPTION INSURANCE, INC. | $0 | $615.00 | - |
| 25 | Wellcare Classic (PDP) | WELLCARE PRESCRIPTION INSURANCE, INC. | $0 | $615.00 | - |
Lowest-Premium Medicare Advantage Drug Plans (MA-PD)
Medicare Advantage plans with integrated Part D drug coverage. These plans combine Part A, Part B, and drug benefits.
| # | Plan Name | Insurer | Premium/mo | Deductible | States |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | UHC Complete Care Support TX-1A (Regional PPO C-SNP) | CARE IMPROVEMENT PLUS SOUTH CENTRAL INSURANCE CO. | $0 | $584.00 | - |
| 2 | UHC Dual Complete TX-S001 (Regional PPO D-SNP) | CARE IMPROVEMENT PLUS SOUTH CENTRAL INSURANCE CO. | $0 | $615.00 | - |
| 3 | UHC Dual Complete FL-D005 (Regional PPO D-SNP) | CARE IMPROVEMENT PLUS SOUTH CENTRAL INSURANCE CO. | $4.80 | $615.00 | - |
| 4 | HumanaChoice R7220-002 (Regional PPO) | HUMANA INSURANCE COMPANY | $15.00 | $615.00 | - |
| 5 | UHC Complete Care Support GS-1A (Regional PPO C-SNP) | CARE IMPROVEMENT PLUS SOUTH CENTRAL INSURANCE CO. | $18.10 | $615.00 | - |
| 6 | HumanaChoice R0110-012 (Regional PPO) | HUMANA INSURANCE COMPANY | $20.00 | $350.00 | - |
| 7 | HumanaChoice R5361-002 (Regional PPO) | HUMANA INSURANCE COMPANY | $29.20 | $615.00 | - |
| 8 | UHC Complete Care Support AM-1A (Regional PPO C-SNP) | CARE IMPROVEMENT PLUS SOUTH CENTRAL INSURANCE CO. | $30.10 | $615.00 | - |
| 9 | HumanaChoice R5826-074 (Regional PPO) | HUMANA INSURANCE COMPANY | $34.80 | $615.00 | - |
| 10 | HumanaChoice R4182-004 (Regional PPO) | HUMANA INSURANCE COMPANY | $40.10 | $615.00 | - |
| 11 | UHC Complete Care TX-29 (Regional PPO C-SNP) | CARE IMPROVEMENT PLUS SOUTH CENTRAL INSURANCE CO. | $47.90 | $600.00 | - |
| 12 | HumanaChoice R1532-002 (Regional PPO) | HUMANA INSURANCE COMPANY | $50.00 | $615.00 | - |
| 13 | HumanaChoice R0110-008 (Regional PPO) | HUMANA INSURANCE COMPANY | $52.00 | $615.00 | - |
| 14 | UHC Complete Care AM-1 (Regional PPO C-SNP) | CARE IMPROVEMENT PLUS SOUTH CENTRAL INSURANCE CO. | $53.00 | $600.00 | - |
| 15 | Humana Full Access R0110-014 (Regional PPO) | HUMANA INSURANCE COMPANY | $54.00 | $615.00 | - |
| 16 | AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC FL-0031 (Regional PPO) | CARE IMPROVEMENT PLUS SOUTH CENTRAL INSURANCE CO. | $62.00 | $600.00 | - |
| 17 | UHC Medicare Advantage AM-0002 (Regional PPO) | CARE IMPROVEMENT PLUS SOUTH CENTRAL INSURANCE CO. | $73.20 | $600.00 | - |
| 18 | Anthem Medicare Advantage (Regional PPO) | ANTHEM INSURANCE COMPANIES, INC. | $76.80 | $45.00 | - |
| 19 | HumanaChoice R0110-016 (Regional PPO) | HUMANA INSURANCE COMPANY | $80.00 | $615.00 | - |
| 20 | Humana Full Access R0110-005 (Regional PPO) | HUMANA INSURANCE COMPANY | $82.20 | $615.00 | - |
| 21 | Anthem Medicare Advantage (Regional PPO) | ANTHEM INSURANCE COMPANIES, INC. | $83.90 | $250.00 | - |
| 22 | HumanaChoice R0110-018 (Regional PPO) | HUMANA INSURANCE COMPANY | $86.00 | $590.00 | - |
| 23 | UHC Medicare Advantage TX-0030 (Regional PPO) | CARE IMPROVEMENT PLUS SOUTH CENTRAL INSURANCE CO. | $87.40 | $600.00 | - |
| 24 | HumanaChoice R4182-003 (Regional PPO) | HUMANA INSURANCE COMPANY | $97.00 | $615.00 | - |
| 25 | Humana Full Access R0110-020 (Regional PPO) | HUMANA INSURANCE COMPANY | $100.00 | $615.00 | - |
Most Widely Covered Drugs
Drugs covered by the highest percentage of Part D plans. These are typically generic medications that most plans include at lower tiers.
Source: CMS Quarterly Prescription Drug Plan Formulary PUF 2026 CMS Quarterly Prescription Drug Plan Formulary PUF 2026 Rankings based on national plan data, availability varies by location. Not affiliated with CMS or Medicare.gov