Broker Regulation

The moves come as Kennedy makes major changes to how immunizations are studied and administered in the US and paves the way for a more skeptical approach to the use of shots that prevent deadly infections.

Here, we look at five notable state-level bills currently under consideration and their potential impacts on the nation's future.

The company then sought payment for many of those prescriptions from Medicare and other federal health care programs in violation of the False Claims Act, the announcement said.

Similar ownership provisions are under consideration in Indiana, New York, Texas and Vermont. 

In addition, the investigation is looking into margin-squeezing activity that reduces the margins of its retail pharmacy competitors by increasing its PBM service fee.

For plan sponsors, the Healthcare Price Transparency Executive Order has far-reaching implications, offering opportunities to manage costs more effectively, enhance plan sustainability and deliver clearer value to employees.