Tag: Pharmacy Benefit Managers

How Medicaid Generics Save Low-Income Patients Money on Prescriptions

By : Tamsin Riverton
Date : Feb 5 2026

Medicaid generics save low-income patients money. 90% of prescriptions are generics, but they cost only 18% of spending. Average copay: $6.16 vs $56.12 for brand-name. Rebate programs and new initiatives like GENEROUS help control costs. Learn how these savings work for those who need them most.