1 in 3 communities lack preferred Medicare pharmacies: 4 study notes

A recent study published in The American Journal of Managed Care reveals that roughly one-third of U.S. communities do not have a preferred pharmacy in Medicare Part D plans, with rural areas experiencing the most significant access issues. This finding highlights a critical gap in healthcare services that could affect medication access and patient outcomes. Such disparities underscore the need for policy adjustments to ensure equitable healthcare coverage and emphasize the challenges rural populations face in accessing essential medical services.