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Why does paying out-of-pocket for prescription medication sometimes cost significantly less than using insurance?

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Why does paying out-of-pocket for prescription medication sometimes cost significantly less than using insurance?

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Why does paying out-of-pocket for prescription medication sometimes cost significantly less than using insurance?
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