Prescription painkillers known as opioids are the most widely prescribed class of medications in the country. But there's debate over their long-term effectiveness, and some patients struggle to get insurance companies to cover the drugs even when their doctors prescribe them. Now, California lawmakers are considering a bill that would address that issue.
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