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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
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
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
HARRISBURG, PA — Secretary of the Commonwealth Al Schmidt announced a dramatic increase in participation for the Cancer Drug Repository Program (CDRP), with the number of pharmacies involved jumping from …
Participation in Pennsylvania’s Cancer Drug Program Soars by 900% Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Professional Pharmacy & Convalescent Products, Ltd., based in Pottstown, has agreed to settle allegations that it improperly dispensed opioids and other controlled substances. The settlement, announced by …
Pharmacy Settles Allegations of Improper Opioid Dispensing Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A coalition of Pennsylvania community pharmacists is celebrating the passage of House Bill 1993, a reform package aimed at regulating pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs). The bill now …
Pennsylvania Passes Bill to Reform 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
State Rep. Jessica Benham delves into the world of Pharmacy Benefits Managers (PBMs) in her Op-Ed, shedding light on their impact on medication access. Discover the legislation she introduced for transparency and accountability.
PBMs are Costing Pennsylvanians at the Pharmacy Read More
MALVERN, PA — Endo, Inc.’s Injectable Solutions business has rolled out its new TruDelivery® platform. This advanced ready-to-use (RTU) product lineup is designed to simplify the administration process for healthcare …
Endo, Inc. Unveils TruDelivery, Enhancing Medication Safety and Efficiency Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — The American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) has become the latest member of the National Infusion Collaborative™ (NIC). This partnership marks a pivotal step in the collaborative’s …
ASHP Joins Forces with National Infusion Collaborative to Enhance IV Medication Safety Read More