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Arkansas Bans Pharmacy Benefit Managers From Owning Pharmacies in State
Supporters of the restrictions have said pharmacy benefit managers are forcing independent pharmacies, especially in rural areas, out of business. read more >
by Associated Press -
Arkansas Bill Would Bar PBMs From Selling Drugs
A measure introduced last month aims to curb conflicts of interest and protect independent pharmacies. read more >
by Mark Friedman -
Local Governments Struggle to Distribute Their Share of Billions From Opioid Settlements
In Arkansas, all the towns and counties pooled their money by creating the Arkansas Opioid Recovery Partnership. read more >
Oak Street Health Plans Expansion to Arkansas
In a news release, the company said it will open a center in Little Rock as part of a broader expansion that gives it a presence in 25 states. read more >
Primary Care a Hot Target; CVS Spends $10.6B on Oak Street
The acquisition comes just three months after a nearly $9-billion investment by rival Walgreens in VillageMD's acquisition of the urgent and primary care chain Summit Health-CityMD. read more >
by Associated Press -
Children’s Medicine Shortage Hits as Flu Season Starts Fast
Doctors and other experts say the problem could persist through the winter cold-and-flu season but should not last as long as other recent shortages of baby formula or prescription drugs. read more >
by Associated Press -
Walmart, UnitedHealth Forge 10-Year Plan for Health Clinics
The project will start next year at 15 Walmart Health clinics in Florida and Georgia, expanding over time. read more >
FTC Plans Inquiry Into Pharmacy Benefit Manager Practices
The agency is looking at drug manufacturer rebates and how they affect formulary design and the cost of drugs. read more >
by Associated Press -
Walmart to End Cigarette Sales in Some Stores
Select locations in Arkansas, California, Florida and New Mexico are on the list. read more >
by Associated Press -