Medicare to Introduce $2 Generic Drug List for Seniors

The U.S. government unveils a preliminary list of affordable generic drugs for Medicare recipients, aiming for a 2027 rollout.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) plans to offer 101 generic drugs for no more than $2 to Medicare beneficiaries.
The initiative, part of a pilot program, seeks to improve access to essential medications for seniors and those with disabilities.
The list includes common drugs for chronic conditions like high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and diabetes.
Feedback from the public is being solicited to refine the list before the program's anticipated launch in January 2027.
Approximately 95% of Medicare beneficiaries have previously filled prescriptions for drugs included on the proposed list.