Medicare Part D Coverage Gap
Hydrocortisone Cost in the Medicare Donut Hole
In the Medicare Part D coverage gap, patients pay 25% of drug costs for Hydrocortisone (Hydrocortisone). That means approximately $3 per fill at retail. Script Unlock cash prices start from $2 — potentially less than your donut hole cost-sharing.
Hydrocortisone Cost Comparison — Donut Hole vs Cash Pay
Retail price
$10
Donut hole (25%)
$3
Script Unlock cash
from $2
💡 Cash pay may be cheaper than your donut hole cost for Hydrocortisone
How the Medicare Donut Hole Works for Hydrocortisone
- Initial coverage: you pay your plan copay
- Coverage gap (donut hole): you pay 25% of Hydrocortisone cost
- Catastrophic coverage: you pay very little once TrOOP reached
- Script Unlock cash price may beat your gap cost-sharing
FAQs — Hydrocortisone and Medicare Donut Hole
How much does Hydrocortisone cost in the Medicare donut hole?
In the Medicare Part D coverage gap (donut hole), you typically pay 25% of the drug cost for Hydrocortisone. Based on a retail price of $10, that would be approximately $3. Compare this to Script Unlock's cash price of from $2 — you may save by paying cash instead of using your Medicare coverage.
Is it cheaper to pay cash for Hydrocortisone during the donut hole?
Yes — Script Unlock's cash price of $2 is lower than the typical Medicare donut hole cost-sharing of $3 for Hydrocortisone. Paying cash may save you money AND help you exit the donut hole faster (by reducing your out-of-pocket True Out-of-Pocket spending).
Does paying cash for Hydrocortisone count toward my Medicare deductible or donut hole?
Generally no — paying cash typically does not count toward your Medicare Part D True Out-of-Pocket (TrOOP) spending that helps you exit the coverage gap. However, this can be worthwhile if the cash price is significantly lower than your donut hole cost-sharing. Consult your Medicare plan's EOB for your specific situation.
This information is for educational purposes. Medicare Part D coverage gaps vary by plan. Consult your plan's EOB and a Medicare counselor for personalized guidance.