This analysis aims to explore the use of manufacturer-sponsored coupons and their effect on drug costs and patient spending.
Descriptive analysis of coupon use trends
Examination of coupon amounts
Assessment of patient out-of-pocket expenses
Focus on patients with commercial insurance
Increased use of manufacturer-sponsored coupons was observed
Higher coupon amounts correlated with lowered out-of-pocket spending
Trends indicate varying impact on brand-name drug costs
Abstract
This descriptive analysis study examines trends in manufacturer-sponsored coupon use, coupon amounts, and patient out-of-pocket spending among patients with commercial insurance.