Seniors' drug choices may up Medicare costs

 
By Matthew Perrone
Published: September 25, 2008

WASHINGTON — Seniors who switch between low-cost generic drugs and the original products based on who's footing the bill are likely driving up the cost of the government's Medicare drug plan, according to a new study.

Drugs chosen by who pays Figures released today show more seniors ask their pharmacist for generic medications when they are paying, but choose the more expensive originals when the government co...


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