EP 149: Updates on Prescription Drug Importation in the US

In this episode, Suzanne Spradley and Chase Cannon discuss the US importation policies and rules aimed at lowering domestic prescription drug costs. Suzanne walks through the legalities of drug importation generally and then outlines the specific programs by which states can develop importation plans. Chase and Suzanne discuss several state importation proposals and how they could potentially bring savings to US consumers. Suzanne closes by addressing Canadian concerns relating to potential US drug importation.