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Review
. 2023 Sep-Oct;41(5):263-265.
doi: 10.1097/NHH.0000000000001189.

Medications Cost Resources

Alice S Bristow, Leslie M Jones, Rachael T Bruce, Joan S Grant
Review

Medications Cost Resources

Alice S Bristow et al. Home Healthc Now. 2023 Sep-Oct.

Abstract

High cost of prescription drugs is a common reason why patients stop taking medications, or don't fill a prescription. There are cost savings plans available, but these resources vary by eligibility criteria, and each has advantages and disadvantages. The article reviews some of the available cost saving options.

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