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The Rheumatologist: 8 Ways For MDs to Help Patients with Medication Costs

  1. Explain why the drug is needed
  2. Dedicate staff members to handle the issue
  3. Find out where to get lower-cost drugs
  4. Help patients find coupons, copay cards and patient assistance programs
  5. Consider generics—maybe
  6. Encourage patients to ask pharmacies about better prices
  7. Preach better lifestyle choices
  8. Speak up - learn more and send a message to elected officials

Source: The Rheumatologist
Source URL: https://www.the-rheumatologist.org/article/8-ways-to-help-yo...