In recent years, several states have implemented independent state boards — called Prescription Drug Affordability Boards (“PDABs”) — to address high drug prices in their health care systems. Amid federal implementation of...more
Since our last edition of the Mintz IRA Update, the Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program (the “Negotiation Program” or “Program”) and related maximum fair price (MFP) negotiation process for each of the 10 high-expenditure...more
The PBM regulatory landscape continues to evolve rapidly at both federal and state levels, making it critical for our clients involved in the PBM space to stay apprised of developments in the industry. Our team actively...more
Mintz’s PBMs & Pharmacies practice is pleased to present the second edition of our Mintz IRA Update, a regular publication that delves into developments under the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (“IRA”) impacting the health...more
On February 15, 2024, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released the Medicare Prescription Payment Plan Draft Part Two Guidance (Part Two Guidance) as part of the Inflation Reduction Act’s (IRA) efforts to...more