FYI- Paxlovid and Medicare - 2/28/2025 changes to coverage

Sorry, I buried this in another email thread.

YI- one of my doctors asked me about the latest status of paxlovid. She said a friend was surprised to pay $700. I said I’d look into it. You can see in the news below that certain coverage expired 2/28/2025. There is no political intent in this note. It’s for people to know as they budget accordingly.
https://www.aol.com/does-medicare-cover-paxlovid-120000453.html
Medicare beneficiaries can receive Paxlovid at no cost through February 28, 2025.
Eligible Medicare beneficiaries can access Paxlovid at no cost until February 28, 2025, through a patient assistance program operated by the manufacturer, Pfizer.
https://www.aol.com/does-medicare-cover-paxlovid-120000453.html