NewsTelemundo 51 Miami – MainJuly 2, 2026Miami-Dade
Trump Administration Proposes Rule to Lower Medicare Drug Costs
The Trump administration has proposed a new rule aimed at preventing hospitals from overcharging Medicare patients for discounted drugs, a move estimated to save consumers $1.1 billion annually. The policy targets the 340B program, which currently allows hospitals to purchase drugs at a discount but bill insurers and patients at significantly higher rates.
Read the full story at Telemundo 51 Miami – MainWhy It Matters
If implemented, this rule would reduce out-of-pocket s for beneficiaries who receive drugs through the , while potentially decreasing revenue for participating hospital systems.
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organizationCenters for Medicare and Medicaid Services“The agency responsible for changing the reimbursement formula.”organizationMedicare“The federal health insurance program affected by the proposed rule.”organizationCorte Suprema“Ruled in 2022 against a previous attempt by the administration to implement simi”organizationThe Associated Press“Reported on the administration's estimates for potential savings.”personDonald Trump“Proposed the new rule to limit hospital drug reimbursements.”