STAT

AUGUST 2, 2023

… So many people have turned to drugs used for weight loss that some employers are cutting off insurance coverage to head off climbing bills , The Wall Street Journal reports. We continue to accept postcards and telegrams. Have a smashing day.

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STAT

MARCH 2, 2023

Janice Morales-Ferrer is a planner. It’s helped her get ahead in her career and in raising three young kids. But it’s hard to plan when you’ve got a rare disease, especially one with no standard treatment regimen or predictable outcome. “I’m a data-driven person,” said the 46-year-old Boston area resident.

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Drug Topics

JANUARY 4, 2023

Researchers speculate that the disparities among those with private insurance coverage may reflect differences in overcoming hurdles to access, such as prior authorization.

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STAT

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

has access to its Covid-19 shot, regardless of whether they have health insurance coverage. For those lacking sufficient insurance, the company will tap a patient assistance program. The vaccine maker released a brief statement that it “remains committed” to ensuring everyone in the U.S.

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STAT

AUGUST 8, 2023

Novo Nordisk’s obesity drug Wegovy cut the risk of major heart complications by 20% in a closely watched trial, results that could streamline insurance coverage and spur even greater demand for the highly popular therapy.

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STAT

JUNE 1, 2023

Having insurance coverage alone doesn’t guarantee that people can afford or would be willing to pay continuously for chronic disease medications like Ozempic, a new, large-scale study finds.

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STAT

DECEMBER 28, 2022

The Food and Drug Administration is on track to top its previous records, offering expedited regulatory consideration — and if medical device companies have their way, a streamlined path to insurance coverage — to dozens of novel tools. Continue to STAT+ to read the full story…

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STAT

JULY 6, 2023

At some point this summer, the drugmaker Novo Nordisk will release results from a closely watched study that, if successful, could further uncork demand for new obesity medications, streamline insurance coverage for the therapies, and demonstrate long-lasting health benefits.

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STAT

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

sales of Leqembi, its treatment for Alzheimer’s disease, although exact numbers were not provided and people taking the drug appear to be paying out of pocket because insurance coverage has not yet been established. Japanese drugmaker Eisai reported Monday the first U.S. The first U.S. sales of Leqembi were recorded on Jan.

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STAT

JANUARY 31, 2023

The maneuver reflects the behind-the-scenes negotiations that occur between pharmaceutical companies and the pharmacy benefit managers, or PBMs, that create formularies, or lists of medicines for which insurance coverage is provided. Continue to STAT+ to read the full story…

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STAT

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Some experts and employers have been concerned that the drug pricing policy reforms that will save money in Medicare could incentivize drugmakers to try to charge more to patients with other forms of insurance coverage.    Continue to STAT+ to read the full story…

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The Checkup by Singlecare

MAY 17, 2023

million people (8.3%) not having health insurance at any point during 2021. Census Bureau , 2022) The most popular to least popular type of health insurance coverage in 2021 were employer-based insurance (54.3%), Medicaid (18.9%), Medicare (18.4%), direct-purchase insurance (10.2%), TRICARE (2.5%), and VA or CHAMPVA insurance (1%). (

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The Checkup by Singlecare

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Is Trulance covered by insurance? The manufacturer advertises that 86% of people with health insurance have access to Trulance, but insurance coverage may vary. Some health insurance plans do not cover Trulance. Without insurance, a month’s supply of Trulance has an average retail price of $770.

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STAT

AUGUST 8, 2023

… Novo Nordisk’s obesity drug Wegovy cut the risk of major heart complications by 20% in a closely watched trial, results that could streamline insurance coverage and spur even greater demand for the highly popular therapy , STAT reports. Hope you have a smashing day and, of course, do stay in touch.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

AUGUST 30, 2023

Is Jublia covered by insurance? Insurance coverage for a Jublia prescription is spotty. Some health insurance and Medicare Part D drug plans provide coverage for Jublia medication, but many do not. Medicaid may not provide coverage for Jublia in some states. How much does Jublia cost without insurance?

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The Checkup by Singlecare

AUGUST 23, 2023

Health insurance can help defray some of the cost, but those without insurance coverage also have ways to save money. Extended to a full year of refills, Janumet therapy could cost almost $9,000 for people without health insurance coverage. Related: Janumet side effects What is the generic for Janumet?

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The Checkup by Singlecare

JANUARY 6, 2023

Is Mounjaro covered by insurance? As a newer medication, Mounjaro coverage by commercial insurance varies and Medicare and Medicaid most likely will not cover. You must be at least 18 years of age, a resident of the United States or Puerto Rico, and have eligible insurance coverage.

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STAT

JANUARY 31, 2023

The maneuver reflects behind-the-scenes negotiations between pharmaceutical companies and the pharmacy benefit managers, or PBMs, that create formularies, or lists of medicines for which insurance coverage is provided. Continue to STAT+ to read the full story…

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The Checkup by Singlecare

JULY 18, 2023

People without insurance coverage can expect to pay $800 for a carton with two pen injectors. Insurance companies usually place generic epinephrine autoinjectors in their lowest copay tier even though the price is just a little lower than brand-name EpiPens. How much does EpiPen cost without insurance?

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STAT

OCTOBER 7, 2022

Some experts and employers have been concerned that the drug-pricing policy reforms that will save money in Medicare could incentivize drugmakers to try to charge more to patients with other forms of insurance coverage. “One thing that I think is important to know is the inflation rebate is determined on the overall price.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

JANUARY 11, 2023

If you pay cash and don’t have insurance coverage for Wegovy, you’ll typically pay $1,753 for four 0.75ML of 2.4MG/0.75ML solution auto-injector pens—which is a monthly supply. If you do have insurance coverage, it is not guaranteed your insurance plan will pay for the drug. How much does Wegovy cost?

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The Checkup by Singlecare

AUGUST 23, 2023

There are no generic versions, but there are ways to save money without insurance coverage. Is Nurtec covered by insurance? How to get Nurtec without insurance The newest migraine medications, though effective, are all higher-priced brand-name drugs. Nurtec is a brand-name drug with a premium price.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

AUGUST 23, 2023

Is Farxiga covered by insurance? The majority of people with health insurance coverage or Medicare Part D are covered by Farxiga. Still, the out-of-pocket cost may be higher than other drugs because many insurance plans put Farxiga in higher copay tiers. is in 2030.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

APRIL 10, 2023

Look into different health insurance options If you do not have any insurance coverage or previously used the healthcare marketplace for your insurance, it never hurts to see what plans are out there during open enrollment. You can apply for this assistance at any time.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

MARCH 17, 2023

Pricing, and subsequent information about insurance coverage, will be available at launch. When will Zavzpret be available? Pfizer says that Zavzpret is expected to be available this July. If not treated, a migraine episode can last up to 72 hours—and it’s costly. In the U.S.

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pharmaphorum

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

Health insurance is not enough to provide the necessary affordable access to care for the US’ most vulnerable, finds new PhRMA report. For too many Americans, insurance coverage is not providing the health security it’s meant to. Patient-centred solutions.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Without insurance coverage, travoprost may be costly for some and it is not the lowest-priced prostaglandin analog. . However, some plans do not cover travoprost or place the drug in its higher-cost tiers, so check with the insurance company. . How much does travoprost cost without insurance?

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The Checkup by Singlecare

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Other GLP-1 receptor agonists (with indication for diabetes) If the price of Mounjaro or insurance coverage is not sustainable, the first move might be to find a GLP-1 drug with a lower price tag or better coverage on an insurance plan.

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Pharmaceutical Technology

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

FD will likely become a disease that is treatable with gene therapy; however, barriers to access remain with late-stage trials to be completed, followed by likely issues surrounding pricing, insurance coverage, and reimbursement across the major markets in Europe and the US.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

MAY 8, 2023

Insurance companies that do cover brompheniramine-pseudoephedrine DM tend to classify the drug in lower copay tiers, so the out-of-pocket cost should usually be minimal. How much does pseudoeph-bromphen-dm cost without insurance? Without insurance coverage, brompheniramine-pseudoephedrine DM costs about $40 for a 118 mL (4 oz.)

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The Checkup by Singlecare

AUGUST 5, 2023

When it comes to insurance coverage, generic Prozac is usually covered by Medicare and private insurance plans. On the other hand, brand-name Prozac may or may not be covered by insurance; if it is covered, the copay or coinsurance amounts may be high. What are the off-label uses for Prozac?

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pharmaphorum

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

By the time the confirmatory trial generates results, the company hopes that the situation on Medicare reimbursement – which will likely be mirrored in private health insurance coverage – will be clearer.

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Digital Pharmacist

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Insurance Coverage: Some private insurance plans may offer MTM services to their members, and eligibility criteria may vary among insurance providers.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

AUGUST 31, 2023

If Mounjaro is prescribed for obesity, health insurance providers will not cover it. How much does Mounjaro cost without insurance? Without insurance coverage, the list price for a 28-day supply of Mounjaro (4, 0.5 mL of 5 mg/0.5 mL auto-injector pens) costs $1580. That means each weekly dose costs almost $400.

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pharmaphorum

AUGUST 6, 2020

Demographically, those who agreed were more likely to be female (86%), more likely to be between the ages of 40 and 64 (57%) and more likely to have group health insurance coverage (44%).

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pharmaphorum

DECEMBER 10, 2021

The cost will likely have to be borne out of pocket however, according to CBS, which cited doctors as saying Vuity would unlikely to get insurance coverage as it is not medically necessary.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

IUD costs vary , depending on your insurance coverage, the specific brand of IUD, and the facility where you have it inserted. While many insurance plans may cover most or even all of the cost of an IUD , lower prices are always better.

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