A Return To Restricted Pharmacy Networks Leaves NCPA Concerned
Executive Summary
In an interview, National Community Pharmacists Association CEO Doug Hoey expresses concern with restricted pharmacy networks in health plans as well as a lack of clarity about those restricted networks on the Medicare Part D Plan Finder website.
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