Insulin, Prescription Medication Costs, Diabetes Dr. Jeff O'Boyle Insulin, Prescription Medication Costs, Diabetes Dr. Jeff O'Boyle

Why Insulin Costs So Much

The most common problem associated with insulin is diabetes. Notably, the lack of manufactures to produce insulin is one of the main culprits of out-of-control costs. Pricing of insulin is very complex and involves many layers of middlemen including wholesalers, Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs), healthplans, and pharmacies. Within the system, there is no agreed-upon price for any insulin.

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Anaphylaxis and Epinephrine

Anaphylaxis is a severe, sometimes life-threatening, allergic reaction. Epipen's manufacturers have increased the price of a two-pack to over $600, even for people with health insurance. At Beyond Primary Care, we have made our own auto-injector and self-injector devices for our patients for a fraction of the cost. We discuss anaphylaxis and the purpose of these life-saving devices.

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