AHIP Practice Exam

What eligibility requirement does Mrs. Mulcahy need to meet to enroll in a Medicare prescription drug plan?

1. Enrollment in Medicare Part B

2. Entitlement to Medicare Part A

3. At least one year of Medicare coverage

4. Being 65 years or older

The correct answer is: Entitlement to Medicare Part A

To enroll in a Medicare prescription drug plan, Mrs. Mulcahy must be entitled to Medicare Part A. This is a fundamental eligibility requirement, as the Medicare Part D program, which governs prescription drug coverage, is designed to work alongside Medicare Parts A and B. Having Part A signifies that an individual has access to hospital insurance, which is a critical component of Medicare. While enrollment in Medicare Part B and being 65 years or older are relevant for broader Medicare coverage, they are not the sole prerequisites for accessing Medicare prescription drug plans. Additionally, there is no requirement for having at least one year of Medicare coverage to enroll in a prescription drug plan; what matters is being entitled to at least one part of Medicare, which includes Part A. Thus, having entitlement to Medicare Part A meets the eligibility criteria necessary for enrolling in a Medicare prescription drug plan.