In what she calls a significant move to make life-saving medications more accessible, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed a bill into law that mandates health insurers to cover EpiPens and sets a cap on out-of-pocket expenses at $100.
Addressing the Rising Costs of EpiPens
EpiPen devices are crucial for managing allergic reactions in individuals at risk or with a history of anaphylaxis, triggered by various factors such as insect bites, foods, medications, environmental exposures, exercise, and other unknown causes. Highlighting the urgency of this legislation, the Governor’s office pointed out that the cost of EpiPen devices has surged significantly, surpassing the inflation rate. Reports indicate a staggering…..