Bridge Too Far? BMS Launch Plan For Sotyktu Pressured By Prospect Of Medicare Price Controls
Executive Summary
With price controls in Medicare looming nine years after approval, launch strategies such as ‘bridge’ programs that build initial volume with free drug may have to be adjusted.
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