Archived Insight | November 8, 2018

New Laws Allow Pharmacists to Discuss Drug Costs

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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Survey Results on 2027 Projected Health Plan Cost Trends

Join Segal’s webinar to explore 2027 health plan cost trends, including projections, cost drivers and strategies to help sponsors manage rising costs.

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Q3 2026 Trends Focus: Stop-Loss Insurance

Learn how high-cost claims and stop-loss trends are affecting plan costs — and what health plan sponsors should do to manage risk and coverage.

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Survey: What People Know & Need About Mental Health Benefits

A new survey reveals why people aren’t using mental health benefits — and what plan sponsors can do to improve access, trust and utilization.

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