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Frequency of Pneumonia with Bronchiectasis
MAC & Bronchiectasis | Last Active: Sep 3, 2022 | Replies (12)Comment receiving replies
7% saline is available by prescription or over the counter, but Rx is usually much cheaper. If you are on Medicare, it is covered by Part B because it is dispensed by a device (not Part D for prescriptions.) You often have to be assertive to get it - mine is between $7-14/for 60 vials, depending on where it is filled. I have paid a lot more, up to $50 - when I believed the pharmacy tech who told me it wasn't covered.
Sue
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Interesting, sue. I too was told the saline was no longer covered by Medicare part B. Who did you contact to make it happen?
Thank you
I, too, am new to your group and was told by several people that 7% saline is not covered by Part B. I fortunately was able to get 180 vials at Walgreens for about $20 with a GoodRx coupon. Please let me know how you found out it is covered, although it sounds like it is actually more expensive using Part B! Thank you so much for all your helpful advice. Donna Turnbaugh
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Thanks again. This is very helpful.