CMS Administrator Announces Expansion of TrumpRx Drug List Amid Health and Policy Discussions CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz announced during a White House press briefing that 160 new medications have been added to the government’s discounted drug website, TrumpRx. This brings the total number of drugs available on the platform to more than 750. The announcement follows the Trump administration’s earlier initiative to partner with online pharmacies to add approximately 600 generic drugs to the site. Oz emphasized that while the expansion aims to provide affordable options, experts noted that potential savings for patients depend heavily on their individual circumstances. For the majority of Americans with health insurance, using their coverage to obtain medications remains more cost-effective than purchasing drugs through TrumpRx with cash. The discussion also turned to President Donald Trump’s health. Oz, a physician by training, stated that the 80-year-old president has “excellent” health, citing his medical records. Trump recently underwent another checkup at Walter Reed Medical Center, and Oz highlighted the president’s “amount of energy and mental acuity,” suggesting that such vitality requires a “vessel to carry it.” Oz addressed questions about Trump’s frequent medical checkups, which have occurred more than once annually during his second term. He explained that the president’s regular visits reflect his “very meticulous” nature, as he “wants to know all the numbers” and ensure his health remains on track. Oz also expressed confidence in Trump’s judgment, stating that the president “aces the test every single day” and is “curious to make sure everything is going in the right direction.#dr_mehmet_oz #walter_reed_medical_center #cms_administrator #trump_rx #pulte
