Industry Wants US Rebate Reform, But What Does That Mean?
Executive Summary
Drug makers are bracing for a potential new policy change around rebating that could change the way they price drugs and negotiate market access. But some in the industry are advocating for a less disruptive new discounting system over the elimination of rebates all together.
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