May 18, 2026
Wegovy and Mounjaro prices in South Korea are higher than in China and Japan. South Korea added both drugs to a non-insurance reporting system, but immediate price cuts are unlikely.
Apr 26, 2026
More than 30 approved cell and gene therapies carry prices from nearly $1 million to over $4 million, creating fiscal pressure for Medicaid. A federal access model launched in 2024 aims to centralize outcomes-based contracting.
Apr 01, 2026
The TrumpRx prescription discount website launched in February 2026 offers coupons for 43 brand-name drugs but has limited usefulness for most patients. Experts found 18 drugs are cheaper through other discount services, and the website doesn't indicate when generic alternatives exist. The program links to broader tariff and pricing policies affecting pharmaceutical companies.
Mar 24, 2026
Precision medicine is transforming healthcare through genetic testing and AI integration, with research showing direct-to-consumer testing identifies unknown health risks and drives medical action. However, reimbursement systems lag behind scientific advances, creating barriers to widespread adoption of personalized treatment approaches.
Mar 20, 2026
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services formally scrapped its 2025 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program following federal court rulings and issued a new Request for Information on February 13, 2026, seeking stakeholder input on the future of 340B drug pricing.
Mar 19, 2026
Maryland lawmakers are advancing legislation to eliminate tax breaks for pharmaceutical company advertising, with 73% of residents supporting the measure. The bill would generate at least $23 million annually for Medicaid and the state health insurance marketplace.
Mar 05, 2026
Sixteen pharmaceutical companies have voluntarily agreed to Most Favored Nation pricing covering 70% of Medicare drug spending, while industry leaders warn of China's growing competitiveness in drug development and clinical trials.
Feb 20, 2026
President Trump announced that Novartis CEO met with him at the White House and said the Swiss drugmaker is building 11 U.S. plants following tariff policies. Novartis previously committed $23 billion to expand U.S. facilities.