NACDS submitted comments opposing the inclusion of discount cards and programs in the definition of Usual and Customary that could contribute to below-cost pharmacy reimbursement.
Also in Missouri, Gov. Mike Parson (R) signed into law legislation passed during the special session that extends the Federal Reimbursement Allowance (FRA) program, which is a provider tax on pharmacies, hospitals, nursing homes and other health-care providers that are critical to drawing down federal match to fund Missouri’s Medicaid program to 2024. The FRA is currently set to expire September 30. (SB 1)
For more information, contact NACDS’ Mary Staples at 817-442-1155.