5 Key Takeaways

• 1

  Dr. Lorraine M. Provencher emphasized the importance of patient assistance programs in managing glaucoma medication costs.

• 2

  Manufacturer-sponsored assistance programs can significantly reduce costs but are often limited to patients with private insurance.

• 3

  Discount platforms allow patients to compare cash prices but do not count toward deductibles or out-of-pocket maximums.

• 4

  Clinicians should verify the safety and availability of medications from online pharmacies and compounding pharmacies.

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  Designating a staff member as a 'drug access champion' can help streamline the process of navigating medication affordability.