Low-Income Subsidy Program (LIS)

The Low-Income Subsidy (LIS) program is a federal assistance program for Medicare clients who need extra help meeting their Medicare Part D prescription drug costs. The LIS program helps Medicare clients pay their monthly premium, deductible, and co-insurance costs under Part D. The LIS program is a means-tested program. All clients must qualify on the basis of household income, resources, and size as defined by the Social Security Administration.