Protecting Access to Key Medications in Medicare Part D
This resolution supports maintaining current Medicare Part D rules that ensure access to six critical classes of drugs for seniors and people with disabilities. It aims to protect patients from limitations in accessing medications for serious conditions like mental health issues, cancer, or HIV/AIDS, which could lead to worsened health outcomes and increased treatment costs.
Key points
Ensures Medicare Part D beneficiaries continue to have full access to medications for depression, schizophrenia, epilepsy, post-transplant care, HIV/AIDS, and cancer.
Protects patients from the risk of deteriorating health, hospitalization, and increased costs that could result from a lack of access to appropriate medications.
Emphasizes that these medications are often irreplaceable and crucial for maintaining the quality of life and health of the most vulnerable citizens.
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