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APCI: Judge’s Decision in UHG/Change Merger May Prove Detrimental

BESSEMER, Ala. (Sept. 20) – A judge’s decision to allow the merger between UnitedHealth Group and Change Healthcare to move forward is likely to prove detrimental to patients, providers, and… Read More »

APCI: To Reduce Prescription Drug Costs, Congress Must Fix America’s PBM Problem

APCI warns that while Congress’s drug pricing proposals make progress, they fall short by failing to address the root problem: anti-competitive PBM practices driving costs and limiting patient access.

APCI to Feds: Stop Merger of Drug Middlemen

APCI urges federal regulators to block Prime Therapeutics’ acquisition of Magellan Rx, warning it would reduce competition and worsen prescription drug pricing and access.

PBM Practices Under FTC Scrutiny; APCI Applauds Decision

APCI applauds the FTC’s unanimous decision to launch a sweeping investigation into PBM practices, marking a major step toward transparency and accountability in drug pricing.

Anti-competitive Drug Middlemen Practices Harming Patients, Payers, and Pharmacies, APCI Tells FTC

APCI urges the FTC to investigate PBM practices, citing widespread anti-competitive behavior that drives up drug costs and limits patient access.

APCI to NY Governor: Medicaid Costs ‘Drastically Overestimated’

APCI challenges claims that Medicaid payment parity would cost $1 billion in New York, arguing the true figure is far lower and urging transparency around the state’s analysis.

New Study: Medicare Could Save Seniors Billions by Fixing Part D Incentives

A new study reveals how PBMs and Part D plans increase drug costs for seniors through misaligned incentives and fees, while outlining a path to save patients billions.

APCI Officials: Justice Dept. Correct to Oppose UHG Acquisition of Change

APCI backs the DOJ’s move to block UnitedHealth’s acquisition of Change Healthcare, citing risks to competition, patient choice, and prescription drug pricing.

Despite FTC Setback, APCI Pledges to Continue Work to Fight Unfair PBM Practices

After an FTC deadlock stalls a probe into PBM practices, APCI vows to keep pushing for transparency and accountability in prescription drug pricing.

APCI: Congress Missing Opportunities for Prescription Drug Reform in Reconciliation Bill

APCI warns Congress is missing a key chance to curb PBM spread pricing and reform Medicaid managed care, leaving taxpayers, patients, and community pharmacies to bear the cost.