Seniors In Medicare's 'Doughnut Hole' Decrease Use Of Medications
Tuesday, February 3, 2009 - 09:57
in Health & Medicine
Beneficiaries with Medicare Part D who reach the "doughnut hole" are much less likely to use prescription drugs than those with an employer plan, says a new study. The Health Affairs study raises concerns about health consequences and increased costs that may arise from lack of coverage. To protect seniors, the authors suggest mandating the coverage of generic drugs in the doughnut hole through a modest increase in initial prescription co-pays.
