133: DC Roundtable: Patrick Cooney of The Federal Group Drops the Latest on PBMs in Washington

11/04/2024 17 min Episodio 133
133: DC Roundtable: Patrick Cooney of The Federal Group Drops the Latest on PBMs in Washington

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In this episode, MHE's Peter Wehrwein spoke with Patrick Cooney, president of The Federal Group, discussing Washington's focus on Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs). Cooney highlighted increased federal attention on PBMs, with legislative activity indicating bipartisan interest in reform. Despite recent setbacks in negotiations over PBM-related provisions, both Democrats and Republicans aim for transparency and change. Cooney also predicts eventual PBM legislation in 2024, emphasizing the bipartisan recognition of reform necessity.

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