Tag: Pharmacy

Trump Administration Proposes MFN Deals in Pharmacy Sector

Explore the Trump administration's proposal on MFN agreements affecting pharmaceutical pricing and the ongoing regulatory developments in healthcare.

Kansas Legislative Review: Key Health Policy Developments

Explore key legislative changes in Kansas impacting health policy and the insurance industry, including Medicaid reforms and new pharmacist roles. Stay informed!

Medicare Reimbursement Changes Threaten Long-Term Care Pharmacies in Arizona

Medicare Part D reimbursement changes risk closure of 60% of Arizona's long-term care pharmacies, impacting medication access for thousands of elderly Medicare beneficiaries. Legislative and administrative actions are being proposed to address the crisis.

Medicare Advantage OTC Benefits Drive Growth for Independent Pharmacies

Independent U.S. pharmacies leverage Medicare Advantage OTC benefits to diversify revenue and enhance patient care amid rising healthcare costs and reimbursement challenges.

Michigan Pharmacist Sentenced for $4M Medicare Fraud Scheme

Michigan pharmacist sentenced to 46 months for $4M Medicare fraud involving phantom prescriptions. DOJ Health Care Fraud Strike Force prosecuted the case.

Kinney Drugs Partners with EnlivenHealth to Offer Free Medicare Part D Plan Comparisons

Kinney Drugs and EnlivenHealth collaborate to assist seniors with free Medicare Part D plan comparisons during the open enrollment period ending December 7. Over 460 stand-alone PDPs and numerous Medicare Advantage plans make enrollment decisions complex.

Senators Reintroduce Bill to Expand Medicare Coverage for Pharmacist Services in Underserved Areas

Bipartisan bill reintroduced to authorize Medicare payments for pharmacists providing basic medical services in underserved and rural areas, enhancing healthcare access for seniors.

Medicare LI NET Program Offers Temporary Drug Coverage for Low Income Beneficiaries

The Medicare LI NET program provides temporary prescription drug coverage without restrictions to low income beneficiaries not yet enrolled in a Part D plan, ensuring seamless access during the transition period.

Clover Health Launches Community Pharmacy Pilot in New Jersey

Clover Health partners with IPC Digital Health to launch a community pharmacy pilot in New Jersey, leveraging AI and local pharmacists to improve medication adherence and health outcomes for Medicare Advantage members.

Pennsylvania Senate Passes Bill to Enhance Pharmacy Pricing Transparency

Pennsylvania Senate passes Bill 95 with amendment requiring pharmacies to disclose retail and generic drug prices upon consumer request, promoting prescription drug cost transparency and informed purchasing decisions.