NACDS & NCPA File Lawsuit to Block Medicaid Drug Cuts
On November 7, the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) and the National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) filed a lawsuit in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia against the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), as well as, in their official capacities, Health and Human Services Secretary Michael O. Leavitt and CMS Acting Administrator Kerry Weems. The lawsuit challenges CMS-imposed Medicaid pharmacy reimbursement reductions scheduled to be implemented via rulemaking in January 2008 that would reduce reimbursement rates below what is permitted by law. Both organizations have announced a vigorous Washington, D.C. advertising campaign to demonstrate the urgency of legislative action this year.
Below, please find documents prepared by NACDS and NCPA including FAQ’s, AMP timeline, and a letter sent to key Members of Congress. In addition, a copy of the lawsuit is also available.
Ads running in metro Washington, D.C. publications
Statement from NACDS President and CEO and NCPA CEO and Executive Vice President
Letter to House Energy and Commerce Committee, and Senate Finance Committee
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