The current retiree prescription drug benefit program will remain in effect until at least December 31, 2020. The lawsuit (Fitch v State of Maryland) challenging changes to the current prescription drug coverage for retirees is still in the courts. If the suit ends in favor of the State, retirees, including faculty will need to enroll in Medicare Part D via one of the several State supplemental plans designed to lower expenses.
More information is posted at https://dbm.maryland.gov/benefits/Documents/SB%20946%20Mailing2.pdf