Extra Help. is a Medicare program that can help pay for your drug coverage (Part D) premiums, deductibles, coinsurance, and other out-of-pocket costs. If you make less than $22,000 a year, it’s worth it to apply. Visit. ssa.gov/extrahelp. or call Social Security at. 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) to apply.