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Florida Attorney General sues pharmacy benefit managers for alleged price-fixing
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has filed a lawsuit against two pharmacy benefit management (PBM) companies, alleging they colluded to fix drug prices and underpay local pharmacies. The lawsuit claims these actions have limited access to affordable medications for Florida residents.
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The lawsuit could impact how prescription drug prices are set and reimbursed in Florida, potentially affecting the cost and availability of medications for residents and the financial viability of local pharmacies.
Key Facts
- Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier filed a lawsuit against two pharmacy benefit management (PBM) companies.
- The lawsuit alleges the two companies colluded to fix prices.
- The lawsuit alleges the companies underpaid local pharmacies.
- The state claims these practices limited Floridians' access to affordable medications.