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@irenea8 My understanding, at least through 2026, is that Brinsupri is a prior authorization (exception) medication, whether you're on Medicare (Part D) or private insurance. I believe it falls under the catastrophic coverage category and counts towards the out-of-pocket maximum of your particular drug plan. As you mentioned there's a $2,100 out-of-pocket cap for 2026 for Part D. Any co-pay you make will go towards that OOP max for Medicare or private insurance. How much your "co-pay" for Brinsupri is depends on your drug plan and household income. Once you reach the OOP max you will pay zero dollars for subsequent medications for 2026.

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where did you get the information that it will only be available as an exception medication for 2026? And will therefore NOT appear on any formulary's yet?

Not having part D as yet how would I know which one to sign up for in hopes that they would grant me the exception? Or could an insurance company not approve it for exception if you are new to their coverage? The OOP is not my concern. It is getting approval for Brinsupri.