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The Department of Health and Human Services recently released a final rule requiring health insurers to disclose drug pricing and cost-sharing information

Pharmacy, PBM Groups React to Drug Price Transparency Rule

Following the 2020 election, pharmacy groups welcomed the newly elected pharmacist congressmembers and commented on pharmacy issues requiring attention from Congress.

Pharmacy Groups Welcome Pharmacists Elected to US Congress

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Rutledge v. Pharmaceutical Care Management Association seeks to clarify whether states can regulate pharmacy benefit managers. 


US Supreme Court Proceeds With Hearing on Landmark PBM Regulation Case 

The FDA’s final rule allows the importation of certain prescription drugs from Canada under certain conditions. 

Pharmacy Groups Oppose FDA’s Final Rule Allowing Drug Importation From Canada

Community pharmacy owner/manager respondents reported that patients’ prescriptions were transferred without permission. 

NCPA Surveys Community Pharmacies About Patient Prescription Transfers to Competitors

NACDS is launching a nationwide awareness campaign on the importance of getting the flu vaccine this fall.

NACDS Launches Vaccine Campaign as Flu Season Looms

Here's the coronavirus-related news from this week that you should know.

Coronavirus News Roundup: FDA Issues EUA for Rapid Antigen Test, ASHP Releases COVID-19 Vaccine Guidelines

In the letter, NCPA stated that investigations should probe problems associated with mail order prescription plans. 

NCPA Urges Investigation of Mail Order Prescription Plans After USPS Delays

NACDS is urging states to provide clarity on pharmacist-provided childhood vaccinations, and enhance overall patient access to vaccines. 

NACDS Urges Further State Action to Affirm Pharmacist-Administered Childhood Vaccinations

ASHP issued its recommended principles for the development, distribution, allocation, and oversight of an eventual COVID-19 vaccine. 

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