Trump Administration Sued — Could YOUR Medicine Cost More?

Medicare drug prices are dropping on January 1, 2027 for 15 common medicines, including Ozempic, Wegovy, Trelegy, Linzess and Xifaxan. And on October 7, 2026, the drug industry's lobby group (PhRMA) sued the Trump administration to stop a separate Medicare rule that would lower prices on some drugs you get at the doctor's office. In this video I explain, in plain English, what the pharma lawsuit means for seniors, which 15 drugs get cheaper, why some people on Medicare will still pay the same or even more, and what to check during Medicare open enrollment (October 15 – December 7). ⏱️ CHAPTERS 0:00 Pharma lobby sues the Trump administration — what it means for you 2:01 Before we start 2:15 What is the drug company lawsuit about? (Medicare GLOBE rule, Part B drugs) 3:48 Will your medicine cost more because of the lawsuit? 4:48 The 15 Medicare drugs getting cheaper January 1, 2027 7:35 Will YOU pay less at the pharmacy? Copay vs. coinsurance 8:26 Same drug, two different bills (Margaret & Diane) 10:02 What to do before December 7 (Medicare open enrollment) 12:18 Checklist — screenshot this 12:52 What happens next with the lawsuit 💊 THE 15 MEDICARE NEGOTIATED DRUGS FOR 2027 (approx. 30-day Medicare list price → new negotiated price from January 1, 2027) • Ozempic / Wegovy / Rybelsus (diabetes & weight): $959 → $274 • Janumet (diabetes): $526 → $80 • Tradjenta (diabetes): $488 → $78 • Trelegy Ellipta (COPD & asthma): $654 → $175 • Breo Ellipta (COPD & asthma): $397 → $67 • Linzess (constipation & bowel problems): $539 → $136 • Xifaxan (stomach & liver): $2,696 → $1,000 • Vraylar (mental health): $1,376 → $770 • Austedo (movement problems): $6,623 → $4,093 • Calquence (blood cancers): $14,228 → $8,600 • Also on the list: Otezla, Xtandi, Ibrance, Pomalyst, Ofev These are the prices Medicare pays. What YOU pay depends on your Part D or Medicare Advantage plan. ❓ QUESTIONS ANSWERED IN THIS VIDEO • Why is PhRMA suing the Trump administration over Medicare drug prices? • Will the pharma lawsuit raise my drug prices? • Which drugs get cheaper on Medicare in 2027? • Will Ozempic be cheaper on Medicare in 2027? • Why might my pharmacy bill stay the same even when the price drops? • What is the Part D out-of-pocket cap in 2027? • What should I do during Medicare open enrollment before December 7? ✅ CHECKLIST 1. The lawsuit doesn't raise your drug prices. 2. 15 drugs get lower Medicare prices on January 1, 2027. 3. Check your pill bottles against the list. 4. A lower price doesn't always mean a lower bill. It depends on your plan (flat copay vs. a percentage). 5. Read the Annual Notice of Change your plan mails you this fall. 6. Compare plans on medicare.gov using your actual medicines and pharmacy. 7. Need help? Your state's SHIP counselors are free and don't sell anything. 8. Choose by December 7. Don't just let your plan renew. 📞 WHO TO CALL • Medicare: 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227). Ask for your state's SHIP office. • Never give your Medicare number to someone who calls YOU. 💬 Is one of your medicines on the list? Tell me in the comments, yes or no. Your answer might help the person reading right after you. Please never post your Medicare number or Social Security number. 📤 Send this to a friend on Ozempic, a neighbor with COPD, or anyone on Medicare who just lets their plan renew every year. 🔔 Subscribe for plain-English updates on Medicare and Social Security every week. Related searches: pharma lawsuit Medicare, PhRMA sues Trump administration, Medicare drug price cuts, Medicare drug prices 2027, Medicare negotiated drugs 2027, 15 drugs cheaper January 2027, Ozempic Medicare price 2027, Medicare GLOBE model, Part B drug prices, Part D 2027, $2,400 out-of-pocket cap, Medicare open enrollment 2026, Medicare Advantage 2027, drug prices for seniors #Medicare #MedicareDrugPrices #Seniors #Ozempic #OpenEnrollment #PartD #SocialSecurity #Retirement General information, not medical, legal or financial advice. Don't stop or change any medicine without talking to your doctor. Prices are approximate 30-day list and negotiated prices and can change. Not affiliated with Medicare, CMS, HHS or the Social Security Administration.