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Just Started Medicare And And My Meds Went From $35 Copay To $1300 Copay This Is Outrageous

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Kansas City, MO
August 6
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all of these have been tried with no success

September 3
A myHIVteam Member

It sounds like you're facing a significant increase in your medication costs. Here are some tips to help manage and potentially reduce your medical bills:

1. Check for Generic Options: Ask your physician if a generic version of your medication is available and if it would work just as well as the brand-name option.

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It sounds like you're facing a significant increase in your medication costs. Here are some tips to help manage and potentially reduce your medical bills:

1. Check for Generic Options: Ask your physician if a generic version of your medication is available and if it would work just as well as the brand-name option.

2. Search for Discounts: Look for coupons, reduced prices, or programs through the drug manufacturer that can help pay for medications. Websites and direct contact with manufacturers can be useful.

3. Review Your Insurance Policy: Understand your out-of-pocket expenses, copayments, and coverage guidelines. Make sure you know what your policy covers and ask questions if you're unsure.

4. Scrutinize Your Medical Bills: Always get a detailed, itemized bill and compare it to the services provided. Ensure there are no errors before paying.

5. Negotiate When Possible: If a service isn't covered, discuss with your doctor about setting a fee you can afford.

6. Find Cost-Effective Locations: Identify pharmacies and testing locations that are in-network with your plan to keep expenses down.

7. Ask for Help: If managing these expenses is overwhelming, consider working with someone who can help you navigate and address your medical bills.

By taking these steps, you may be able to reduce your medication costs and manage your healthcare expenses more effectively.

August 6

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