Looking for ways to reduce healthcare costs for Missourians, six Senators have been named to the newly formed Senate Interim Committee on Driving Down the Cost of Healthcare. The committee will issue a report and recommendations by the end of the year
Also in Missouri, effective October 1, the MO HealthNet Pharmacy program discontinued coverage for at-home COVID-19 tests dispensed as a kit for at-home use. COVID-19 testing will continue to be covered for MO HealthNet participants when administered by a MO HealthNet enrolled provider.
Finally in Missouri, St. Louis Public Radio Morning Edition published online a PBM reform story about St. Louis-based Express Scripts being sued by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Pharmacists and patient advocates are advocating for lower drug prices.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Mary Staples at 817-442-1155.