With prescription drug prices rising at an average rate of 31.6%, physicians can expect patients to search for solutions to their expensive prescription bills
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By staying informed about medication pricing trends and exploring different solutions to lower drug costs, primary care physicians can provide vital assistance to their patients in managing their expensive prescriptions. In the end, it is up to providers to ensure that all patients have access to affordable healthcare and reduce the financial burden associated with treatment.
Author: Medical Economics
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