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Patient experiences in selecting a Medicare Part D prescription drug plan.

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Stults CD, Baskin AS, Bundorf MK, Tai-Seale M., J Patient Experience. https://doi.org/10.1177/2374373517739413 , 2017 Nov 21

Investigators

Cheryl Stults, Ph.D., Assistant Scientist

Abstract

Introduction: Medicare beneficiaries often report that the process of choosing a prescription drug plan is frustrating and confusing and many do not enroll in the plan that covers their drugs at the lowest cost.

Methods: We conducted 4 focus groups to understand beneficiaries’ experiences in selecting a drug plan to identify what resources and factors were most important to them. Participants were patients served by a multispecialty delivery system and were primarily affluent and Caucasian.

Results: While low cost was essential to many, other characteristics like having the same plan as a partner, company reputation, convenience, and anticipation of possible future health problems were sometimes more important. Although some used resources including insurance brokers, counselors, and websites beyond Medicare.gov, many expressed a desire for greater assistance with and greater simplicity in the choice process.

Conclusion: Although older adults would likely benefit from greater assistance in choosing Medicare Part D prescription drug plans, more research is necessary to understand how to help with decision-making in this context.

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Associated Topics

  • Aging and Longevity
  • Health Policy
  • Health Services
  • Medical Informatics

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