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Research assesses changes in drug costs and access under Medicare, indicating potential challenges for beneficiaries.
Medicare Part D plans in 2025 were strategically designed to increase beneficiaries' financial responsibilities via higher deductibles, increased co-insurance cost sharing, and restricted formulary coverage. While overall annual patient medication cost burdens will decrease, the cost of filling each medication will increase, which may negatively impact medication access and adherence.
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