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flag The Trump admin secured lower Medicare prices for 15 drugs, with savings up to $8.5B, starting in 2027.

flag The Trump administration announced that pharmaceutical companies have agreed to lower Medicare prices for 15 high-cost drugs, including Ozempic, Wegovy, and Rybelsus, with the new rates taking effect in 2027. flag This marks the second round of negotiations under a 2022 law allowing Medicare to negotiate drug prices, bringing the total to 25 drugs. flag The administration claims the deals could save $8.5 billion in net spending if applied to 2024, surpassing the first round under Biden. flag While final out-of-pocket costs for beneficiaries will vary by plan, a new rule caps annual spending at $2,000. flag Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said the progress reflects the administration’s commitment to lowering healthcare costs for seniors.

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