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Momentum Builds in Advancement and Coverage of PBM Reform From industry trade press, to publications serving the broader business community, to media outlets relied on by government decision-makers, important story lines about pharmacy benefit manager reform continue to generate headlines and attention across the nation.
From industry trade press, to publications serving the broader business community, to media outlets relied on by government decision-makers, important story lines about pharmacy benefit manager reform continue to generate headlines and attention across the nation.
June 22, 2023

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NACDS Lauds DIR Fee and Pharmacy Access Bill as Vital for PBM Reform Bill aims to preserve seniors’ freedom of pharmacy choice by confronting tactics that bar pharmacies from Part D networks and drive pharmacies out of business
NACDS today praised the bipartisan introduction of the Protect Patient Access to Pharmacies Act (S. 2052) – a bill that would help preserve Medicare beneficiaries’ access to their pharmacy of choice and help stop “pharmaceutical benefit manipulation” that harms patients and pharmacies alike.
June 21, 2023

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With United Voice, Pharmacy Praises Bipartisan “Pharmacy DIR Reform” and Pharmacy Access Bill Vital for Patients, Medicare, and Pharmacies Bill addresses abusive business practices and supports patients’ access to pharmacies
Organizations representing pharmacists and pharmacies are applauding the Protect Patient Access to Pharmacies Act (S. 2052) introduced on June 21 in the U.S. Senate.
June 21, 2023

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NACDS to North Carolina Lawmakers: Put Patients Before PBMs North Carolina bill would help stop the PBM manipulation harming pharmacies of all sizes and formats and the patients they serve
NACDS is calling on North Carolina lawmakers to continue to stand up for North Carolinians in the face of “pharmaceutical benefit manipulation” in all its forms.
June 9, 2023

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Equitable Community Access to Pharmacist Services Act Matters to Voters
U.S. Rep. Lizzie Fletcher (D-TX) talked in her newsletter about her support for the bill.
June 8, 2023

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In Memoriam: NACDS Mourns Passing, Celebrates Life of Harvey Alstodt
The NACDS family lost a dear friend on June 3, with the passing of Begley Award recipient and industry icon Harvey Alstodt. Alstodt was 84.
June 6, 2023

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In Case You Missed It: New NACDS Digital Resources Available to Use and Share Check out three new digital resources from NACDS:
Utilize and share our “Unbreakable” TV/Digital Ad celebrating pharmacy’s dedication, Public Opinion Dashboard of attitudes on important topics, & Access Agenda’s pro-patient, pro-pharmacy policy priorities.
June 2, 2023

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In Case You Missed It: Mass Market Retailers Outlines Future-Focused Priorities Defined During 2023 NACDS Annual
See Jeff Woldt’s May 22 article in Mass Market Retailers — “Time is right for NACDS to once again 'deliver’” — which describes well NACDS’ pro-patient, pro-pharmacy policy priorities.
June 1, 2023

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NACDS and AFAC: A Powerful Partnership Combating Hunger and Building Stronger Communities By Chip Krese, Jr.
How community engagement builds staff bonds and bonds within the community - while meeting pressing needs.
June 1, 2023

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In Case You Missed It: NACDS Foundation Launches Nearly $2 Million in Support of New Research The NACDS Foundation recently launched nearly $2 million in support of new research projects that seek to address gaps in healthcare access, especially in vulnerable and underserved populations.
The NACDS Foundation recently launched nearly $2 million in support of new research projects that seek to address gaps in healthcare access, especially in vulnerable and underserved populations.
May 26, 2023

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NACDS represents traditional drug stores, supermarkets and mass merchants with pharmacies. Chains operate over 40,000 pharmacies, and NACDS’ member companies include regional chains, with a minimum of four stores, and national companies. Chains employ nearly 3 million individuals, including 155,000 pharmacists. They fill over 3 billion prescriptions yearly, and help patients use medicines correctly and safely, while offering innovative services that improve patient health and healthcare affordability. NACDS members also include more than 900 supplier partners and over 70 international members representing 21 countries.

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