Proposed 2027 Insurance Rule Omits Copay Assistance Protections, Advocates Warn
The Trump administration’s proposed 2027 insurance regulation omits copay accumulator protections, allowing insurers and PBMs to continue diverting billions in manufacturer copay assistance from patients. Advocates warn that without action, rising out-of-pocket costs will further strain patients. The rule also fails to close a loophole for large group plans regarding essential health benefits.