The Obama administration is marking the third anniversary of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act this week by touting its savings for Medicare patients.

Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius said Thursday more than 6.3 million people with Medicare saved over $6.1 billion on prescription drugs because of health reform.

"By making prescription drugs more affordable, the Affordable Care Act is improving and promoting the best care for people with Medicare," Sebelius said.

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