Automatic Refills Cited for Unnecessary Medication Supply
(Source – Newsweek)
A recent Newsweek article suggests that mail-order pharmacies contributed to excessive prescription dispensing during a 2021-2023 review period, with an estimated $3 billion in drugs provided to recipients “… earlier and in greater quantities than needed.” The article by Newsweek reporter Suzanne Blake details the role the automatic refill process plays in unnecessary drug spending and offers commentary on its impact on Medicare Part D costs. The article also provides explanatory comments from two companies — UnitedHealth and Humana — and raises the question of how to achieve a “better balance” in prescription timing. Read the full article here…