Archived Insight | November 8, 2018

New Laws Prohibit Restrictions on Pharmacists Discussing Drug Costs with Patients

On October 10, 2018, President Trump signed into law two bills that ban pharmacist “gag clauses,” sometimes included in contracts between pharmacies and pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), which prohibit pharmacists from telling patients the price of drugs purchased without health insurance. Plan sponsors will need to take steps to ensure that their PBMs are in compliance with these new laws.

New Laws Prohibit Restrictions on Pharmacists Discussing Drug Costs with Patients

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Some 2026 Projected Health Plan Cost Trends at 10-Year Highs

Segal’s 2026 Health Plan Cost Trend Survey findings help plan sponsors anticipate and manage soaring medical and prescription drug healthcare costs.

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Segal Survey Predicts 2026 Healthcare Costs Will Soar Due to Weight-Loss Drugs and Inflation

Segal's 2026 Health Plan Cost Trend Survey report reveals what’s driving medical and Rx drug plan costs.

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Survey Results on 2026 Projected Health Plan Cost Trends

This survey data is invaluable in planning your organization’s 2026 healthcare coverage. Register for our September 9 webinar to see the results.

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