FTC decided not to block an acquisition that could impact supply and prices of important medicines.
Maker of Wegovy can move ahead on acquisition of major drug manufacturing company
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Americans are spending way too much on health care, and getting far too little in return. Together we can bring down the cost of prescription drugs, prevent surprise medical bills, get providers to rein in skyrocketing costs, and more.
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STATEMENT: New rule to remove medical debt from some credit reports
Progress for patients struggling with medical debt collection problems
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Congress has just days to deliver online health care prices for patients
Disappointing vote could mean higher prices for prescription drugs
Patent bills could end up costing patients more at the pharmacy shelves
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Groups warn of drug price increases with patent legislation
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Outpatient outrage: Hospitals charge facility fees for care at the doctor’s office
PIRG joins open letter to Congress calling for “Same service, same price” policy
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Statement: Governor Newsom signs bill to tackle medical debt
New law will exclude medical debt from credit reports and improve consumers’ financial health
Advisory committee publishes report meant to help Congress solve ambulance surprise billing
A long-anticipated report from the federally appointed Ground Ambulance and Patient Billing Advisory Committee published Wednesday, sent to Congress.
STATEMENT: Medicare drug price negotiation will result in dramatic savings for patients
By February 1, 2025, CMS will select up to 15 additional drugs covered under Medicare Part D for negotiation.
Why medical debt should be removed from credit reports.
We applaud the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) initiative to change how medical debt is treated by our credit reporting agencies.
Should I buy an ambulance subscription service?
Why buying a subscription might not protect you from ambulance surprise bills.