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Look out for so-called "generic alternatives." During the past few months, health insurance plans have been sending letters to their members urging them to switch from brand name medications to so-called "generic alternatives." |
Example Letters:
The following are actual letters sent by health insurance plans to members. The letters are examples of health insurance plans coercing members to switch prescription medications.
BlueCross BlueShield: Step Therapy
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BlueCross BlueShield: Generic Alternatives
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Humana: Pay for Performance
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Medco: Generic Alternatives
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