Some newer plans have a prescription drug coverage
option for generic drugs not associated with a pre-existing condition.
Not exact matches
Contrary to Clinton's assertion that the patient «has to take a brand - name
drug,» the patient has
for the last 16 years had the
option to take a much cheaper
generic version of it.
Generic low - cost versions of the
drugs are available — Walmart sells a month's supply of low - dose lovastatin
for $ 4 — but many consumers choose costlier brand name
options.
The TPP requires parties to provide a «pre-approval» procedure
for patented pharmaceuticals, with two
options: 1) provide notice to a patent holder if a competitor applies to market an identical or similar
drug during the patent term, along with an opportunity to seek a legal remedy such as a preliminary injunction before the
generic drug is marketed; or 2) preclude marketing approval
for a
drug that is subject to another person's patent, unless the patent holder or original
drug manufacturer consents.
You may choose to add riders to your plan (depending on
options available in your state) such as supplemental accident coverage, or select a plan that gives you a fixed copay
for generic prescription
drugs and / or office visits.