How to pay less for your prescriptions - even without insurance

How to pay less for your prescriptions - even without insurance

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The video discusses the rising costs of prescription drugs, exacerbated by the coronavirus pandemic. It highlights the opaque nature of drug pricing in the US, involving multiple players like pharmaceutical companies, insurance firms, and pharmacy benefit managers. Tech startups are attempting to disrupt this industry by offering savings through algorithms and direct contracts with pharmacies. The video explains how pharmacy savings cards work and what consumers should consider when using them. Despite their limitations, these services can help reduce costs for many Americans who struggle to afford their medications.

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What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?

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