The Senators share concerns on how a price control program could impact health care access. this week raised concerns about the risks of serious unintended consequences as the Biden administration attempts to establish a permanent government price control program for prescription drugs. The letter requests responses to a series of questions regarding the implementation of the program, which is being funded with billions of taxpayer dollars. How does the Administration plan to incorporate these and other vital perspectives from the American public into the implementation of the government price-setting program? What mechanisms for appeals and patient consultation does the Administration plan to establish with respect to the price-setting process?

Source: The Guardian September 17, 2022 01:37 UTC