Does Part D Penalty Apply? On Medicare Since 2001--turning 65 in September

[chadmedsupp]

Newer to the industry and ran across something I haven't dealt with yet. I've been reading this forum for a few months now and it's time I finally post something. I'm hoping someone will have some helpful advice.

I'm working with a guy in VA who has been on medicare since 2001 due to disability. He's turning 65 in September, and I'm working with him on his med. supp. I found out that he has never had a Part D plan or prescription coverage. I'm trying to determine if the penalty applies in his situation. I read something online that said the 'slate is wiped clean at 65.' I know that Part D plans started in 2006, so does that have any impact on his situation and/or the potential penalty?

Any advice or suggestions are appreciated.

 

[LostDollar]

https://www.medicare.gov/sign-up-ch...join-a-health-or-drug-plan.html#collapse-3184

See the third item in the link.

He starts over at 65 and has age 65 initial enrollment periods for PDP and MedSupp.

 

[DS4]

'slate is wiped clean at 65.'

Yes..................................