Senators partner on bipartisan bill to crack down on PBMs’ abusive pricing practices
Bill would protect pharmacies in Medicaid and save $2 billion over 10 years. NACDS, NCPA and FMI among groups praising the Bill.
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NCPA disappointed Senate maneuver to bring up PBM reform appears stalled
"Everyone agrees this must happen, so take the win and do it. Although we are disappointed, we urge Congress to see the copious amount of bipartisan support behind this package and take it to the floor to pass without delay.”
Former NCPA president presses for PBM reform in congressional hearing
Anticompetitive PBM tactics lead to higher costs, limited choices, and pharmacy deserts.
NCPA analysis shows Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program hurts financial stability of pharmacies
Calls for immediate freeze of Medicare Drug Price Negotiation to protect pharmacies and patients.
NCPA to CMS: A third of independent pharmacies won’t carry drugs in the Negotiated Price Program
If CMS and the new administration want to save the program, and if they want to prevent the disappearance of many more pharmacies, they will make a number of changes, said NCPA.
NCPA announces Independent Community Pharmacy Consortium for Government Engagement
New consortium unites independent pharmacies and public health agencies to enhance emergency preparedness and response.
NCPA on new government funding deal: Missed opportunity
Congress fumbled a chance to rein in big insurance and PBMs and save taxpayers billions, says NCPA.
NCPA: We’re on the verge of groundbreaking PBM reforms
But Congress must ignore big insurance and the PBM lobby’s last-ditch effort to scuttle reforms and pass the continuing resolution.
NACDS, NCPA to the U.S. Congress: Stand strong and enact PBM reforms this year in Medicare and Medicaid
“We also laud the commitment of other Republican and Democratic members of the House of Representatives and of the Senate who are working hard to deliver comprehensive PBM reform before year’s end."
NCPA: Making America Healthy Again starts with PBM reform
The National Community Pharmacists Association in a statement urged incoming HHS Secretary RFK Jr. to prioritize reforming PBMs and insurers.
NCPA CEO after lawsuit win against CVS: 'It’s payback time'
A federal judge ruled that a court, not an arbitrator, must decide whether claims against CVS in a class action lawsuit should be arbitrated. The decision challenges CVS's arbitration practices and could have significant implications for future cases.
NCPA delegates install Jeff Harrell as president
New officer installed at annual House of Delegates meeting.
DeAnn Mullins awarded Dargavel Medal by NCPA Foundation
The McKesson Corporation sponsors the annual award.
NCPA Foundation recognizes Ashley Hannings Chinchilla, Jan Kavookjian as Outstanding Faculty Liaisons of the Year
The award is to recognize faculty liaisons who demonstrate exceptional leadership and commitment to independent pharmacy, their NCPA Student Chapter, and the community.
Amina Abubakar named recipient of Sharlea Leatherwood Memorial Trailblazer Award
Abubakar is currently sharing her passion for advancements in pharmacogenomics with pharmacists, patients and policymakers all over the country.
Matt Garner receives National Preceptor of the Year Award from NCPA Foundation
This award recognizes a pharmacist who has made a significant contribution to the education of pharmacy students as a preceptor in a community practice setting.
