Medical policy and regulation
Medical policy and regulation in healthcare ensure the safety, efficacy and quality of medical treatments and services by setting standards and guidelines for medical practices, drug development and healthcare delivery. Continuous updates and oversight in medical policy and regulation help guide clinical innovation and refine current approaches to healthcare.
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29 Sep 2025
Trump's 100% tariff on branded drug imports spares Big Pharma
Trump's 100% tariff on branded drug imports favors pharma giants building in America, leaving small companies without U.S. manufacturing sites or expansion plans vulnerable. Continue Reading
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26 Sep 2025
Blurring the line between GLP-1 compounders, counterfeiters
Weak regulatory oversight has allowed 503A compounding facilities to abuse customization rules, blurring the line between GLP-1 compounders and unregulated drug manufacturers. Continue Reading
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09 Jan 2020
Drug Price Hikes Undeterred Despite Legislative Proposals
Hundreds of drug prices have increased to begin the year against a backdrop of Congressional efforts to curb spending on prescription drugs. Continue Reading
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16 Dec 2019
Senate Confirms Hahn as FDA Commissioner in Bipartisan Vote
Stephen Hahn, MD, received a 72-18 vote into his new role as FDA commissioner. Continue Reading
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20 Nov 2019
How Could Drug Price Proposals Impact Pharma Company Profits?
Proposals to curb drug price increases will limit but not eliminate the profitability of pharmaceutical companies. Continue Reading
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15 Nov 2019
Exploring International Reference Pricing for Pharmaceuticals
Policymakers are considering an international reference pricing model to reduce prescription drug costs, but will this model succeed in the US? Continue Reading