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PBMs in the Crosshairs | Cedar Rapids News

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Pharmacy benefit managers are quietly reshaping drug pricing — but at what cost? These middlemen claim to save money, yet critics say their opaque operations hide profits, not patients. With lawmakers and advocates pushing for reform, states are stepping in to demand transparency, especially around rebates and fees. The battle isn’t new, but it’s heating up as the healthcare system scrambles to control drug costs — and everyone’s watching to see if the savings actually reach the people who need them most. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b631a6624bf14d59

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