DESMOPRESSIN 40 MCG/10 ML VIAL
Desmopressin 40 mcg/10 ml vial, a generic medication with a $19.45 acquisition cost, typically shows significant price variation between pharmacy and hospital settings.
About the analyst
Kevin Nyk analyzes hospital pricing data at BillRazor Research. He specializes in Medicare reimbursement patterns and chargemaster pricing across U.S. hospitals. Expertise: hospital pricing, Medicare rates, chargemaster analysis.
Desmopressin is used to treat diabetes insipidus, bedwetting, and bleeding disorders by replacing a hormone that controls water retention and blood clotting. This injectable formulation typically generates higher facility charges compared to nasal spray versions due to administration requirements.
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Data source: National Average Drug Acquisition Cost (NADAC) survey, published by CMS. HCPCS drug pricing codes from Medicare Part B Drug Average Sales Price file.
What NADAC means: The average price pharmacies pay to acquire this drug from wholesalers. Hospital charges for the same drug are typically higher due to facility fees, compounding, and administration costs.
Limitations: NADAC reflects pharmacy acquisition cost, not patient out-of-pocket cost. Insurance copays, formulary tiers, and manufacturer rebates affect what patients actually pay.