FTC Initiates Lawsuit Against Major Pharmacy Benefit Managers for Inflating Drug Prices
FTC Initiates Legal Action
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is taking significant steps to address rising concerns over the pricing practices within the pharmaceutical sector.
Key Players on the Radar
Express Scripts, Caremark, and OptumRx, the major pharmacy benefit managers in the U.S., are at the center of this legal battle.
Impacting Prescription Costs
80% of all prescriptions are handled by these entities, indirectly influencing the escalating drug prices.
This initiative aims to shed light on the opaque strategies that may contribute to inhibiting affordable healthcare for individuals.
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