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3 Drugs for an Eye Disease, With Big Price Gaps, Are Found to Be Equals for Many - The New York Times
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An effective eye drug is available for $50. But many doctors choose a $2,000 alternative. - The Washington Post
Medicare Payments for Drugs Used To Treat Wet Age Related Macular Degeneration (OEI-03-10-00360; 04/12)
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