PBMs, Drugmakers Spar on Insulin Price Gouging

As Congress debates legislationto rein in pharmacy benefits managers (PBMs), the Big Pharma middlemen are fighting another battle in the court of public…

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PBM Reform Battle Lines are Drawn

Pharmacy benefits managers (PBMs) have long been the “pharma fat cats” that independent pharmacists love to hate. But now the much-maligned middlemen find…

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Calif. PBM Ruling a “Win” for Independent Pharmacies

A California appeals court recently sided with 22 independent pharmacies in a ruling against OptumRx, the nation’s third largest pharmacy benefits manager…

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Pharmacy Deserts: Challenge and Opportunity

When most people think of the word “desert,” they likely picture a dry, cracked, barren landscape far from civilization. But when it comes to pharmacy…

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State Actions Against PBMs Ramp Up

Since the landmark victory for independent pharmacies in Rutledge v. PCMA in 2020, dozens of states have joined Arkansas in forging legislation to fight…

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FTC to Go After PBMs

PBMs are in the crosshairs of Washington, as their role in driving up drug costs for ordinary consumers becomes clearer to legislators and their…

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PBM Consolidation Could Worsen ‘Spread Pricing’ in 2022

In a recent survey conducted by the National Community Pharmacy Association (NCPA), 95% of pharmacy owners said they're ‘significantly concerned’ about…

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How Will the GoodRx-Surescripts Agreement Affect Independent Pharmacy?

GoodRx recently announced its agreement with health information network provider Surescripts, in a move that GoodRx says will enable physician access to…

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$1,830 for a gallon of gas?

CMS recently reported to Congress that direct and indirect remuneration (DIR) fees are up 91,500%since 2010. 

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PBMs - What are Legislators Doing?

It’s no secret that community pharmacies are essential healthcare providers for thousands of Americans across the country. Despite playing such a critical…

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