Questions a plan sponsor actually asks.
What is Patiromer used for?
Patiromer is a Potassium Binder medication tracked in Medicare Part D.
Is there a generic for Patiromer?
No. Patiromer is brand-only with no generic equivalents currently in market.
How much does my plan pay for Patiromer?
Across 329 Part D plans, Patiromer averages $37.81/unit (NADAC). Lowest available: $34.02/unit. Highest in distribution: $45.41/unit.
Is Patiromer on the FDA shortage list?
No. Patiromer is not currently on the FDA Drug Shortage Database.
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Sources · every number above traces back.
Drug identity, dosage forms, brand names: openFDA NDC Directory · First approval, ANDA history: FDA Orange Book · NADAC unit costs: CMS NADAC weekly file (3 NDCs benchmarked) · Formulary tier and PA placement: CMS Part D Formulary file (329 plans) · Annualized spend, claims, beneficiaries: CMS Part D Spending Dashboard · Shortage status: FDA Drug Shortage Database · 340B exposure: HRSA OPAIS. Methodology and reproducibility notes on /methodology.