To save on out-of-pocket costs, members can compare prices before they fill a prescription. Many factors like market cost, fees, changes in laws and more can affect your drug’s cost. To stay ahead of changes, compare your drug costs often.
Health plans use pharmacy benefit managers to make sure their members’ drugs are covered based on their plans. A recent Louisiana law changed the formula that pharmacy benefit managers must use to pay certain pharmacies per drug. This change could affect your drug costs at the pharmacy.
If you have drug coverage with Louisiana Blue or HMO Louisiana, you can compare drug costs based on your plan. Here are some ways to compare costs and save money:
To learn more about your pharmacy benefits: