Committee backs PBM-transparency bill after pharmacy, insurer testimony The committee adopted a substitute and favorably recommended HB 527 to increase transparency around PBM MAC pricing and appeals after testimony from independent pharmacists and large payers. Supporters said appeals rarely succeed; payers cautioned about operational constraints and lack of wholesaler visibility.

A recent vote by Utah lawmakers aims to bring much-needed transparency to pharmacy benefit managers, addressing alarming statistics that show pharmacies often lose money on prescriptions.

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Connecticut enacts regulations for nonresident pharmacies shipping to state residents Legislation requires nonresident pharmacies to register and comply with strict reporting standards.

Connecticut is cracking down on nonresident pharmacies, enforcing new regulations to protect patient safety and ensure compliance.

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Louisiana Legislature urges Congress to regulate pharmacy benefit managers practices Legislature requests Congress limit harmful practices of pharmacy benefit managers for residents' health.

Louisiana lawmakers are taking a stand, urging Congress to curb the damaging practices of pharmacy benefit managers that threaten residents' health.

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Oklahoma AG enforces penalties on Pharmacy Benefit Managers for patient rights violations Oklahoma Attorney General can impose fines and enforce patient rights violations against PBMs.

House Bill 2048 is set to shake up Oklahoma's healthcare system by holding Pharmacy Benefit Managers accountable for their practices, potentially transforming patient care and pharmacy operations across the state.

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Oklahoma Attorney General gains authority to regulate pharmacy benefit managers Attorney General can enforce laws and collect fines from violating pharmacy benefit managers

Oklahoma's House Bill 2048 could revolutionize pharmacy benefits by giving the Attorney General power to regulate Pharmacy Benefit Managers and protect consumers' rights.

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Oklahoma Attorney General acts against non-compliant PBMs under Pharmacy Choice Act Attorney General may censure or suspend PBMs failing to cooperate with investigations.

Oklahoma's Senate Bill 773 is set to revolutionize pharmacy oversight, potentially improving patient access and transparency in drug pricing.

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Oklahoma enacts new law to protect 340B drug reimbursement rates Oklahoma prohibits lower reimbursement rates for 340B drugs from health payors

Oklahoma's Senate Bill 1030 could revolutionize pharmacy benefit management, holding powerful PBMs accountable and enhancing patient protections like never before.

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