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FAQs on Prescription Drug Importation
Issue BriefThese FAQs address questions related to prescription drug importation, including the current status of importation proposals, details of Florida’s importation program recently authorized by the FDA, and concerns and challenges with this approach.
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Poll: Public Worries About Prescription Drug Costs Reach New High; Most Across Political Parties Want Government to Do More to Regulate Prices
News ReleaseAs the Trump administration promotes its new TrumpRx website and other efforts to lower prescription drug prices, a growing majority of the public worries about being able to afford prescription drugs, and large majorities across parties want the government to do more to regulate prices, a new KFF Health Tracking Poll finds.
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How can I find out if a health plan covers the prescription drugs that I take?
FAQsIf your state uses HealthCare.gov, a prescription look-up tool is available when shopping for a plan that will tell you whether your health plan covers a prescription drug on its “formulary” (a list of covered drugs) and other information, such as the cost sharing structure.
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What Are the Implications of the Recent Elimination of the Medicaid Prescription Drug Rebate Cap?
Policy WatchThis policy watch explains the Medicaid prescription drug rebate cap, examines how many drugs might be impacted, and explores the implications of recent manufacturer responses for Medicaid programs and enrollees.
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Medicare Part D in 2025: A First Look at Prescription Drug Plan Availability, Premiums, and Cost Sharing
Issue BriefMedicare Part D is a voluntary outpatient prescription drug benefit for people with Medicare provided through private plans, including stand-alone prescription drug plans and Medicare Advantage plans that offer drug coverage. This analysis provides an overview of Medicare Part D plan availability, premiums, and cost sharing in 2025 and key trends over time.
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KFF Health Tracking Poll September 2024: Support for Reducing Prescription Drug Prices Remains High, Even As Awareness of IRA Provisions Lags
FeatureMore than two years ago President Biden signed into law Medicare drug pricing provisions in the Inflation Reduction Act. KFF's September Health Tracking Poll examines voter's views on these provisions and finds that large majorities of voters are unaware of the provisions despite reporting support for them.
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I was denied coverage for a health service/prescription drug that my doctor said I need. How do I appeal the decision?
FAQsIf you are enrolled in an ACA-compliant plan, you will have at least 180 days (six months) after being notified of your insurer’s decision to file an "internal appeal" with your insurer.
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What are the recent and forecasted trends in prescription drug spending?
FeatureThis slideshow looks at past, present and future trends in prescription drug spending with a focus on the role of specialty drugs.
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What to Know About the FDA’s Recent Decision to Allow Florida to Import Prescription Drugs from Canada
Policy WatchFlorida’s plan to import certain prescription drugs from Canada represents the first time the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted authority for a state to safely import prescription drugs from another country. This policy watch analysis unpacks some frequently asked questions related to state of Florida’s importation plan, including potential obstacles to implementation, who will benefit from any savings, and what types of drugs will (and will not) qualify for importation.