• flicker@lemmy.world
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    3 months ago

    Keep in mind that there are lots of people who know exactly what they need, but can’t afford it.

    The guy giving the presentation used the example of a pill that cures Hep C. They charge you $84,000 for the pills that will cure Hep C, but since there are cheaper meds that manage Hep C, insurance will cover only those.

    By the way, making those cure pills with this system costs about $70. For the entire course of the medication.

    The problem you’re talking about (see a professional to get a proper diagnosis and treatment!) is perfectly valid and wise. But if I try a migraine medication, and it works, but after the trial I have to pay hundreds of dollars a pill?

    Yo ho!