Did your local pharmacy or PT clinic suddenly get way more expensive? You’re not imagining things. Medicare plans are quietly dropping smaller, local providers from their “Preferred” lists and pushing everyone to big chains. That means higher copays for sticking with your neighborhood spots. Pharmacies, labs, nursing homes, home health, and more are all affected. Double-check your plan’s directory before your next visit or you could get hit with a surprise bill. Anyone else forced to switch to a chain lately? Spill below! #Health #BodyHealth #Medicare2026