Hi Deb. Reading some of the contents on the cost of medication for CML. Here in the UK We don't pay for our treatment,
We have the NHS (National Health Service) and all meds are free .I'm on Scemblix (Asciminib)
I was on Imatinib and couldn't cope with it, because of nausea, WBC. wasn't moving. Then, i was given Bosutanib same result!
I'm now taking Asciminib (Scemblix) and the results have been remarkable. WBC zero, and it's been that way for at least 12 months. The cost of which is £4,000 for a pack of 60!!! I've just Googled it and I'm gobsmacked.😲

I take one in the middle of the night because it works better if you take it well clear of food.

The NHS is free for all treatments. In that respect we're quite fortunate for the NHS!!!!

Hi Deb9, I have a. Agent that is helping me. On January 1st I am switching to Medigap Plan G plus part D drug plan. I don't have the total cost yet. She is getting me this information soon. I do know Medigap will be $301 per month with a $600 deductible. After The deductible is met, all medical expenses are covered by the insurance. You do not have to worry about in or out of network. I live in Maine and will be traveling to Dana Farber in Boston. I don't know if I will pay anything for the Drug coverage 🤔. I will be on a 3-drug regimen. Gazyva (IV infusion), Calquence (daily pill) and Venclextra (daily pill). I may be placed on a clinical trial program. If that is the case, the drugs are free. I would have to travel to Boston once a month for the infusion.
I just turned 65 in February and was diagnosed in May. 2026 is an expensive year. But 2027 will be such a sigh of relief. I use the internet a lot to find answers. I'm still knew at all of this but I'm learning quickly. I hope this helps!
Best, Jill

I have medicare and Bliue Cross Blue Shield sipplement. Not cheap, but threre other supplements available. At 77 with leulemia and some other issues, I have never had a bill. Even with an expensive surgery this supplement has paid all costs Medicare has not. The monthly premium cost to me is much better than paying exta costs.

Thanks everyone I appreciate your help