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Tuesday, September 17, 2024

Inflation Reduction Act Impact on Medicare Part D

This fall, the annual Medicare open enrollment season could look considerably different than in previous years.  That’s because of the Inflation Reduction Act’s (IRA) new, $2,000 cap on out of pocket costs associated with prescription drugs covered by Medicare Part D.  While the out of pocket cap reduction (down from $3,300 in 2024) sounds good on the surface, speculation is that Medicare Part D health insurers will look for ways to offset the benefit upgrade.  Here’s what to look for in the coming weeks –