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AMA strengthens policy to address growing national drug shortages

New policy aimed at diversifying drug manufacturing, supply chains and stabilizing generic drug market to combat drug supply shortages.

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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Nov. 6, 2023

In the news: FDA handling of drug shortage under investigation, congenital syphilis on the rise, childhood vaccine exemptions hit record high and more.

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A handful of PBMs have nearly 70% share in 3 product markets

New evidence sheds light on the need for more transparency and oversight of pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) policies and practices. Learn more.

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AMA finds competition decline among drug middlemen

AMA releases updated analysis of competition and vertical integration in commercial PBM markets

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Reforms needed to alleviate persistent drug shortages

Federal regulators and Congress need to act now to eliminate persistent drug shortages that threaten patient health and well-being.

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AMA Advocacy issue briefs

Download PDFs of issue briefs that summarize key health policy issues by providing concise and digestible content for both relevant stakeholders and those who may know little about the topic.

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Council on Medical Service reports

Download PDFs of Council on Medical Service reports and issue briefs.

Council on Medical Service
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Drug coverage & spending: Council on Medical Service reports

Download PDFs of council reports that have proposed strategies to address high and escalating prescription drug prices and costs, including promoting transparency and pharmaceutical market competition, combating anti-competitive practices, and outlining criteria for value-based pricing and prescription drug importation.

Council on Medical Service
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AMA praises CMS for prior authorization reforms in Medicare Advantage

New final rule includes provisions toward right-sizing the prior authorization process imposed by Medicare Advantage plans

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