If you receive Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage and you aren't getting financial assistance from Extra Help, Social Security is encouraging you to at least look into it.

Jack Myers with Social Security explains because there are costs involved in Medicare Part D, the Extra Help assistance program is a great way for those who qualify to reduce the burden on their budget.

There are limits for the program because it is a needs based program. Myers indicates these include income and asset limits for single and married people.

Myers indicates there is a lot to consider for the program but he says it can make a big difference. It could save you up to $4-thousand a year.

To learn more about Extra help, visit www.socialsecurity.gov/prescriptionhelp or call 800-772-1213.