Blue Medicare Rx Standard (PDP) (2027)
Medicare Part D drug plan from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, plan ID S5540-002-000. Sold in all of North Carolina.
2027 costs
A Part D plan adds drug coverage to Original Medicare (or to a Medicare Advantage plan without drug coverage, such as a PFFS plan).
What this plan would cost for your prescriptions
Add your prescriptions to see this plan's estimated yearly cost for them, which of them are on its drug list, and how each compares with Cost Plus Drugs prices.
See this plan with my prescriptionsDrug costs by tier
| Tier | 30 days, standard pharmacy | 30 days, preferred pharmacy | 90 days by mail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Preferred Generic | $15 | $5 | $15 |
| 2 Generic | $20 | $10 | $30 |
| 3 Preferred Brand | 19% | 19% | 19% |
| 4 Non-Preferred Drug | 29% | 29% | 29% |
| 5 Specialty Tier | 25% | 25% | N/A |
| 6 Select Care Drugs | $11 | $4 | $12 |
A percentage is coinsurance: your share of the drug's price. The drug deductible may apply first, depending on the tier. Your Part D out-of-pocket costs are capped at $2,400 for 2027.
Where it's sold
Sold in all of North Carolina.
Plan costs and benefits are from CMS's 2027 Medicare plan data (data as of October 27, 2026). Star ratings are CMS's 2027 Star Ratings. Every year, Medicare evaluates plans based on a 5-star rating system. Benefits, premiums and copays can change from year to year; check the plan's Evidence of Coverage, call the plan, or use Medicare.gov before you enroll.