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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has announced the selection of 15 additional drugs for price negotiations under the Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program. …
Big Win for Patients! Medicare Takes Bold Step to Slash Prescription Drug Prices Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Inflation Reduction Act, a pivotal component of the Biden-Harris Administration’s healthcare strategy, has delivered substantial financial relief to Medicare Part D enrollees. New data released by …
Inflation Reduction Act Yields Significant Savings for Medicare Part D Enrollees Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a significant recognition of excellence, the Pennsylvania Public School Employees’ Retirement System (PSERS) has been awarded a 4.5-star rating from the federal Centers for Medicare and …
PSERS Prescription Drug Program Receives Prestigious 4.5-Star Rating from CMS Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), has taken a decisive step towards reducing prescription drug …
HHS Seeks Feedback on Proposed Medicare $2 Drug List Model Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — As the annual Medicare open enrollment period swiftly approaches, the Pennsylvania Department of Aging (PDA) is actively reminding senior citizens to review their health plans and make …
Your Medicare Check-Up: Time to Review and Update Your Plan for 2025 with Pennsylvania’s Guidance Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — As the clock ticks down to January 2025, when a crucial element of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) takes effect, U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) and Raphael Warnock …
Senior Savings Alert: Senators Push for Outreach on New Drug Cost Cap Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc., based in Mahwah, New Jersey, has agreed to pay $25 million to address allegations of violating the False Claims Act. This settlement stems from …
Why Did Glenmark Agree to a Massive $25 Million Settlement? Uncover the Details Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Biden Administration has announced new, reduced costs for the first ten drugs subject to Medicare price negotiations. This development marks a significant victory in the ongoing effort …
Biden Administration Announces Lower Costs for Medicare Drugs Following Price Negotiations Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Community pharmacists across Pennsylvania are applauding the recent signing of House Bill 1993 by Governor Josh Shapiro. This new law aims to overhaul how pharmacy benefit managers …
Pennsylvania Community Pharmacists Cheer New Law Reforming Pharmacy Benefit Managers Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) and Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) have introduced the Capping Prescription Costs Act, aiming to reduce prescription drug expenses for millions of Americans. …
Senators Introduce Bill to Cap Prescription Drug Costs for Americans Read More