Ipross provides online tool for medication cost and coverage lookup

Affiliates of the Ipross social security provider in Argentina can utilize an online search tool to determine the coverage levels and out-of-pocket costs for various medications before visiting a pharmacy.

The tool allows users to search by commercial name or active ingredient, facilitating comparisons between different brands for the same treatment. This is particularly relevant because Ipross coverage operates via fixed amounts. Consequently, different brands with the same active ingredient may result in different costs for the user.

Coverage rates currently range between 50% and 70% for chronic treatment medications, and between 40% and 50% for ambulatory or acute treatments. The system is designed to help patients identify more economical alternatives that still meet their prescription requirements.