8 Things to Know About Medicare Prescription Variability

Location is the key determinant of use of both effective and risky drug therapies for Medicare Part D beneficiaries, the prescription rates of which vary widely across the nation, according to a new report from the Dartmouth Atlas.

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The report examines prescription drug use under Part D of Medicare’s drug benefits, separating drugs into proven therapies for heart attack, diabetes or broken bones, discretionary medications and potential harmful medications.

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Read eight highlights of the report on Becker’s Hospital Review.

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