The new Medicare prescription drug benefit: important issues for physician practices.
Beginning January 1, 2006, Medicare beneficiaries will have the option of enrolling in a new Medicare program covering prescription drugs. This article summarizes the new benefit, suggests the factors beneficiaries and their physicians might consider when selecting a prescription drug plan, and outlines practice implications for physician offices.
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