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IRA Negotiations Round 1

Thoughts on the first round of the Inflation Reduction Act drug price negotiations.

2025 Annual Public Law Preparation

VA has begun preparations for the 2025 Public Law. Here is what you need to get started.

Reimbursement Rules with Zero or Negative ASP

CMS rules published as part of the Physician Fee Schedule for 2025.

Authorized Generics

What the Authorized Generics are, and how they are treated in Government Pricing calculations and commercially.

The impacts of PBMs according to the FTC

Observations from the FTC report on the impact of PBMs on drug pricing.

IFF Sales Reporting Portal and Credit Disclaimers

The new IFF reporting portal is up.

IFF Overview and New Operational Challenges

The Q4 2023 GP reporting cycle was the first quarter with the shortened IFF reporting & payment requirements in effect.

2024 GP Calendar

Add the 2024 GP Calendar to your Outlook or Google Calendar.

Phase-In of Medicare Part D Rebates

IRA defines gradually increasing rebate rates that will apply in various manufacturer scenarios.

Transition from CGDP to the new Part D Manufacturer Discount Program

The IRA sunsets CGDP as of 1/1/2025. The deadline to enter the new Part D Program agreement for 2025 is March 1, 2024.

Final CMS Guidance for the Part D Manufacturer Discount Program

Let's review the key Medicare Part D manufacturer rebate program changes.

Changes to the administration of the Industrial Funding Fee (IFF)

IRA Coinsurance Adjustments

After receiving industry feedback, including ours, CMS has corrected the calculation of the coinsurance adjustment percentage for several products.

Meet us at Asembia in Las Vegas

Lisa and Scott will be at the Asembia specialty pharmacy summit.

Congratulations on the Leadership Award, Dave!

Dave received the Distribution Management Award for Industry Leadership from the HDA.

Are you ready for SAM changes?

Medicaid & GP Congress May 16-18

Jennifer Katona, our Partner, Client Services is moderating a Medicaid Automation session at the Medicaid & GP Congress.

CMS Guidance for Inflation Rebates

CMS released its initial guidance for the implementation of the Medicare Part B and Part D Prescription Drug Inflation Rebates.

2023 GP Calendar

Download the 2023 GP Calendar and never miss a deadline!

What is Your Government Pricing Story?

Effectively telling Your GP story to various stakeholders is an art. Here are the key considerations to keep in mind.