House lawmaker probes PBMs for retaliatory audits of independent pharmacies

A House lawmaker is investigating whether the three largest pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) conducted punitive audits targeting independent pharmacies, potentially in retaliation for their advocacy. The probe signals escalating congressional scrutiny of PBM practices, though no formal findings or enforcement actions have been announced. This matters as it could lead to regulatory or legislative changes affecting the pharmacy supply chain and PBM business models.

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