Medicare Rx Plan Candidates Down To The Wire: Applications Due March 23
This article was originally published in The Pink Sheet Daily
Executive Summary
CMS will accept applications from Part D prescription drug plans, Medicare Advantage drug benefit providers and cost contractors. Related reporting requirements are scheduled to be posted on CMS’ website in April.
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