AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoMedicare Costs: CMS is ending a temporary Medicare Part D premium subsidy, raising the odds that millions of seniors will see higher monthly drug costs in 2027. Pharmacy Access & Trust: A JD Power survey finds mail-order pharmacies are gaining satisfaction while many brick-and-mortar chains lose ground, pointing to eroding customer trust and value perceptions. Medicaid Crackdowns: Indiana will pause adding new providers to its Medicaid home- and community-based services waiver, citing fraud and waste concerns. PBM Legal Pressure: Courts continue striking down state laws targeting pharmacy benefit managers, leaving independent drugstores watching closely. Care Delivery Expansion: Ontario is funding a new York University medical school aimed at training family doctors, with opening planned for 2028. Telehealth Growth: Malta’s 24/7 telemedicine center is handling about 9,000 telephone consultations a month, with most callers supported without an in-person visit. Public Health & Safety: Doctors warn extreme heat can raise risks for dehydration and can worsen side effects for some medications. Global Health Workforce: India raises concerns with the UAE over visa issues affecting 130+ Indian medical workers after a Dubai hospital closure.
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