Medicaid Rebates For Brands Could Rise $3.2Bn Over Next Decade Under New Law
Executive Summary
Provision included in appropriations legislation directs manufacturers to calculate average prices for brands without including the cost of authorized generics, which will lead to higher rebates.
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