As we discussed last week, the CMS Final Rule on the elimination of “retroactive DIR fees” does not eliminate DIR fees, but rather eliminates the operative word “retroactive”. In other words, the lowest effective price will be reflected at the point of sale. Although this may help with budgeting and planning, it still does not correct the unfair and insufficient reimbursement that community-based pharmacists are currently experiencing.
CMS Final Rule “Don’t Just Wait Until It’s Here”
CMS Final Rule “Don’t Just Wait Until It’s…
CMS Final Rule “Don’t Just Wait Until It’s Here”
As we discussed last week, the CMS Final Rule on the elimination of “retroactive DIR fees” does not eliminate DIR fees, but rather eliminates the operative word “retroactive”. In other words, the lowest effective price will be reflected at the point of sale. Although this may help with budgeting and planning, it still does not correct the unfair and insufficient reimbursement that community-based pharmacists are currently experiencing.