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Hi all,
I know I've seen bits and pieces of this in previous posts, but I'd like an
up-to-date response, and will summarize.
My question:
We (celiacs) have to be VERY careful with the prescriptions we take - as I'm
sure we all have experiences the 'downside' -
Our Insurance company has what they call a 'formulary' -
Generics cost $10.00 co-pay
Formulary cost $25.00 co-pay
NON FORMULARY COST $45.00 CO-PAY !!!!
These costs are all for a 31 DAY SUPPLY.
If I could get the necessary info concerning Gluten content in generics, I
would have absolutely no problem using them - but I CAN'T !
We're (myself and my two children) getting hammered by these costs that are
unavoidable due to our illness.
Does anyone know of a solution ?
Our pharmacist said she thought we might be able to have our Doctor write a
letter of explanation to the Insurance company stating our specific needs -
BUT, Many Doctors are now 'Graded' by the insurance companies on how the
adhere to the formulary list.
Can others please share their experiences/solutions ???
Thanks,
Sandi
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