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PBM Reform Now

Congress and the states need to act now to protect Americans, communities, and their pharmacies.

Featured Program:

Join fellow pharmacy and supplier advocates committed to articulating the value of pharmacy to federal and state policymakers.

Events

NACDS Regional

January 17 – 19, 2025

NACDS Annual

April 26 – 29, 2025

NACDS RxIMPACT Day

TBD, 2025

NACDS Total Store Expo

August 23- 25, 2025

NACDS Foundation Dinner

August 23, 2025

Recent News

To Congressional Leaders: Bipartisan, All-Branches, All-Levels of Government Support for PBM Reform Can’t be Ignored
The overwhelming realization is that PBM reform must be included in 2024 year-end Congressional legislation
December 12, 2024

Read Time: 1.5 min.
In Case You Missed It: Joint Op-ed by National Association of Manufacturers and NACDS Calls for PBM Reform Now
Entitled “Congress, Don’t Waste the Work Done for PBM Reform,” the piece urges the enactment of PBM reforms in Medicare and Medicaid this year
December 12, 2024

Read Time: 3.7 min.
NACDS, NCPA to the U.S. Congress: Stand Strong and Enact PBM Reforms This Year in Medicare and Medicaid
December 11, 2024

Read Time: 2.1 min.
In an Important Move for Public Access, HHS Extends “PREP Act” Pharmacy Access
The move by HHS will help maintain continuity of patients’ access to pharmacies as states continue to achieve strong progress in enhancing their policies
December 10, 2024

Read Time: 2.8 min.
Pharmacy Organizations Call on U.S. Congress to Deliver PBM Reform This Year: “It Is Past Time for Action”
December 6, 2024

Read Time: 3.7 min.

NACDS represents traditional drug stores, supermarkets and mass merchants with pharmacies. Chains operate over 40,000 pharmacies, and NACDS’ member companies include regional chains, with a minimum of four stores, and national companies. Chains employ nearly 3 million individuals, including 155,000 pharmacists. They fill over 3 billion prescriptions yearly, and help patients use medicines correctly and safely, while offering innovative services that improve patient health and healthcare affordability. NACDS members also include more than 900 supplier partners and over 70 international members representing 21 countries.

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