All Carrots, No Sticks: House Republican Drug Shortage Plan Ups Reimbursement But Lacks Supply, Quality Commitments
Executive Summary
New Republican House Energy and Commerce shortage plan is seen as reasonable starting point, though in need of much strength to address root causes of supply troubles. Most changes apply to generic drugs, but a few could impact brands.
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