Medicare out-of-pocket drug expenses could be paid on monthly basis, CMS says

Becker's Healthcare August 22, 2023
Nick Thomas

Medicare patients may have the opportunity to pay for out-of-pocket drug costs over a year to help reduce the burden of high initial payments, CMS said Aug. 21.

The plan initially targets helping pharmacies and Medicare Part D plan sponsors to be ready for the program, including identifying patients who would benefit from the proposal.

A second phase, starting in early 2024, will focus on enrollee outreach.

“The draft guidance CMS is...

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