CMS Issues Draft Agreement
May 24, 2010
Medicare Part D 50% discount on drugs
CMS has published a draft agreement that drug manufacturers will sign as part of health care reform. Medicare recipients will see a 50% discount on brand name and some generic drugs when they enter the doughnut hole gap in 2011.
It is reported that 29 states have agreed to operate temporary high-risk pools for uninsured individuals with chronic diseases. Health and Human Services will run programs in states that have declined to participate in the program.
Other articles of interest in the May 24, 2010 NAHU Newswire include:
- Healthcare Law Must Prevent Insurers from "Gaming" The System.
- LATimes Discusses Pros, Cons of HSA Plans.
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