Does Medicare Cover My Drug?
Wondering if Medicare covers a specific medication? This center answers "does Medicare cover it?" for 14 common brand-name drugs, organized by the condition they treat — with the same details every time: which part covers it, under what circumstances, whether prior authorization applies, and what to do if it isn’t covered.
"Does Medicare cover my medication?" It depends on the drug, your diagnosis, and your plan. Below, 14 common brand-name drugs by condition — each with the same answers: is it covered, when, which part, does it need prior authorization, and what to do if it isn’t. This is about coverage; if you need help paying for a drug, start there instead.
Diabetes
GLP-1 and SGLT2 medications for type 2 diabetes.
- Does Medicare cover Farxiga? Covered
dapagliflozin — for type 2 diabetes (and heart failure / kidney disease).
- Does Medicare cover Jardiance? Covered
empagliflozin — for type 2 diabetes (and heart failure / kidney protection).
- Does Medicare cover Trulicity? Covered
dulaglutide — for type 2 diabetes (a weekly GLP-1 injection).
Heart & Blood
Blood thinners, heart failure, and cholesterol drugs.
- Does Medicare cover Eliquis? Covered
apixaban — for blood clots and stroke prevention in AFib.
- Does Medicare cover Entresto? Covered
sacubitril/valsartan — for chronic heart failure.
- Does Medicare cover Repatha? Covered with criteria
evolocumab — for high cholesterol / cardiovascular risk (a PCSK9 inhibitor).
- Does Medicare cover Xarelto? Covered
rivaroxaban — for blood clots and stroke prevention.
Autoimmune & Skin
Biologics for arthritis, psoriasis, Crohn’s, and eczema.
- Does Medicare cover Dupixent? Covered with criteria
dupilumab — for eczema, asthma, and COPD.
- Does Medicare cover Enbrel? Covered with criteria
etanercept — for rheumatoid arthritis and psoriasis.
- Does Medicare cover Humira? Covered with criteria
adalimumab — for rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, Crohn’s, and more.
- Does Medicare cover Rinvoq? Covered with criteria
upadacitinib — for rheumatoid arthritis, eczema, and more.
- Does Medicare cover Skyrizi? Covered with criteria
risankizumab — for plaque psoriasis and Crohn’s disease.
Respiratory
Inhalers and biologics for COPD and asthma.
- Does Medicare cover Trelegy Ellipta? Covered
fluticasone/umeclidinium/vilanterol — for COPD and asthma (a 3-in-1 inhaler).
Weight & Metabolic
Weight-management medications and Medicare’s limits.
- Does Medicare cover Zepbound? Usually not covered
tirzepatide — for chronic weight management (and obstructive sleep apnea).
Where to Next?
- Compare Part D plans · estimate your drug costs — find the plan that covers your list for less.
- Help paying for Medicare · Extra Help — lower drug costs if you qualify.
- Does Medicare cover a service? · Start with your situation.
Bring Us Your Drug List — Free
The fastest way to know what your Medicare plan covers (and for how much) is to check your exact medication list against the formularies. Call us free at 435-219-5120 (TTY: 711) or compare Part D plans — we’ll match a plan to your drugs and pharmacy, no cost, no pressure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which part of Medicare covers prescription drugs?
Why does my plan require prior authorization?
What if Medicare won’t cover my drug?
Sources
- Medicare.gov — drug coverage (Part D) — Medicare.gov
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