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Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan

Complex Prescription Situations

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The poll shows just how complex managing their medications and doctors can be for Americans over 50. Not only can multiple prescriptions written by multiple doctors mean higher costs, but doctors may be reluctant to change a prescription written by another doctor even if a patient expresses a concern about their overall cost.

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