2010-2020 prescription drug prices increased nearly 40%, surpassing inflation, according to a GoodRx study.

Prescription drug prices have soared nearly 40% over the past decade, surpassing inflation, according to a new study by GoodRx. The research found that while healthcare is often paid for by insurance, more of the cost burden has been shifted to consumers as prescription insurance coverage becomes more complex and restrictive. As a result, 54% of drugs are covered by insurance, while 50% have insurance restrictions.