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The Federal Trade Commission announced this week that is launching an inquiry into the six largest pharmacy benefit managers.

"Although many people have never heard of pharmacy benefit managers, these powerful middlemen have enormous influence over the U.S. prescription drug system," FTC Chair Lina M. Khan said. "This study will shine a light on these companies' practices and their impact on pharmacies, payers, doctors and patients."

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