The ICER Process: Allergan Engagement Improves Cost Effectiveness Rating For Ubrelvy
Executive Summary
ICER president Steve Pearson is ‘cautiously optimistic’ that net pricing for acute migraine treatments will align with benefits once discounts are factored in.
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