Scored 7/10 on whether it helps or hurts everyday people.
The Pocket Cost Bill
Insurers must pay for buprenorphine with no out‑of‑pocket cost
Requires insurers to cover buprenorphine without a copayment or deductible.
Good for everyday people ·
If passed, insurers would have to cover buprenorphine fully, so patients would not pay any copay or deductible.
Our take
What we think, in plain words.
This bill could make addiction treatment more affordable for everyday people, but it may push insurance costs onto everyone through higher premiums.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- The bill forces insurers to cover buprenorphine without a copayment.
- It also bans any deductible for this medication.
- It applies to accident and sickness insurance policies.
- The Senate has passed the bill and it is now engrossed.
- Sponsors include both Republican and Democratic senators.
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