27 Nov 2024

Author: Emma Mason

Tennessee

Gov. Lee has signed into law legislation aimed at protecting independent pharmacies from rising fees and patient-steering associated with the companies that manage prescription benefits on behalf of health insurers

Chattanooga, TN – According to the officials, this bill prevents PBMs from discriminating against hospitals and clinics participating in a federal drug-pricing program, which allows them to buy medications at reduced rates. It also allows patients to choose their own pharmacy and creates transparency for…