Medicare will still cover Avastin for breast cancer, despite revocation of FDA approval
March 18, 2017
The Washington Post: FDA Revokes Avastin's Approval For Breast Cancer Treatment The case has triggered strong reactions from advocates of easier access to new treatments and from critics fearing health-care rationing. It is also being seen as one of the most visible medical examples of scientific evidence winning out over an animated public outcry. ... Avastin costs about $99,000 a year per patient (Stein, 11/18).
Friday afternoon's summary of Avastin coverage: FDA Revokes Approval Of Avastin For Breast Cancer.
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