New HIV/AIDS drugs raise hopes - but also costs
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Promising new AIDS drug treatments are proving too expensive for many patients who could benefit from them. Combinations of antiretroviral agents and protease inhibitors can cost $1,000 per month. The high cost means that those with private insurance plans and those covered by Medicaid may be able to get the treatment, but others are left with poor alternatives. HMOs often limit drug expenses to about $3,000, and even Medicaid will pay only if a patient is poor and disabled, meaning early treatment of HIV patients is not covered.
Publication Name: American Medical News
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0001-1843
Year: 1997
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N.J. HMO faces fine of up to $500,000: first test of consumer protection law in state
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The New Jersey Dept. of Health and Senior Services will fine First Option Health Plan up to $500,000 for violating the consumer protection laws enacted in 1997. First Option redirected patients to other hospitals when anesthesiologists refused the plan's new contracts with lower rates. First Option's actions were found to interfere too greatly with patients and their care.
Publication Name: American Medical News
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0001-1843
Year: 1998
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