Health Subcommittee Reexamines PBM Reform; Democrats Focus on Impact of Potential Medicaid Cuts

Health Subcommittee Reexamines PBM Reform; Democrats Focus on Impact of Potential Medicaid Cuts

The Energy and Commerce (E&C) Health Subcommittee convened a hearing to examine pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) practices and discuss bipartisan reform efforts. The following witnesses spoke to certain PBM practices that inhibit the ability of patients, pharmacies, and employers to obtain affordable prescription drugs. Mr. Chancy focused on the impact of patient steering to PBM-affiliated pharmacies and spread pricing on… (Slifer, February 26, 2025) #Drug Pricing, #Medicare Part D, #Pharmacies, #Pharmacy Benefit Managers, #Prescription Drugs