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In fact, the proposed drug price negotiation program does not authorize the federal government to decide which medications people on Medicare can and cannot get and does not establish or require a particular prescription drug formulary.

10% have skipped prescribed dosages to preserve drugs and save money.

This international, cross-sectional survey was developed by investigators from a range of clinical practice settings across low-income to high-income countries, including members of the WHO Essential Medicines Cancer Working Group.

President Biden has endorsed adding a hard cap on out-of-pocket Medicare Part D prescription drug spending.

As the coronavirus pandemic has shown us, there are many disparities in the United States in regards to healthcare coverage.

The debate over a budget reconciliation package in the coming weeks, and possibly months, is likely to focus heavily on the savings to Medicare, which can be used to expand Medicare benefits and fund other health care priorities.

Cheaper versions of Humira exist, but Americans don't have access to them due entirely to AbbVie's "legal strategy" of delaying entry.

Stunning reversals, surprise delays and controversial approvals are the order of the day at the FDA lately — and doctors have had enough.

World Hepatitis Day is a chance to celebrate medical advancements that have been life-changing for patients.

As new, high-priced drugs come to market and are covered under Medicare Part D, the current requirement for beneficiaries to pay a coinsurance of 5% in the catastrophic coverage phase can lead to thousands of dollars in out-of-pocket costs.

At $1.1 trillion, human health was by far the greatest driver of hidden food costs. It takes into account the share of direct medical costs attributable to diet as well as associated productivity loss.

Should drug prices differ by indication?