Articles related to HEALTHCARE COSTS

Medicare supplement plans can significantly reduce out-of-pocket costs for beneficiaries, covering expenses such as copayments, coinsurance, and deductibles not included in Original Medicare.

Nearly 70% of 340B contract pharmacies are now associated with pharmacy benefit managers, potentially shifting the program’s focus away from its original intent of supporting safety-net providers.

The annual cost of cancer screening represents a notable portion of overall U.S. health care system costs related to cancer, with private insurance covering the majority of expenses.

PBMs’ vertical integration allows them to dictate cancer treatment decisions, from drug selection to delivery methods, potentially compromising patient care and increasing costs.

Telemedicine significantly enhances patient access to care by offering a wide range of services from general health to specialized treatments, all at potentially lower costs compared to traditional visits.

Higher telehealth use correlates with increased healthcare utilization and costs, indicating that while telehealth improves access, it may also lead to higher rates of ambulatory care-sensitive hospitalizations.