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Pharmaceutical Technology

Pharmaceutical Technology-01-02-2004
Volume28
Issue 1

Medicare Bill Contains Significant Changes for Drug Manufacturers

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Jill Wechsler

The new Medicare bill affects pricing and coverage, revises payment formula, and clarifies generic patent issues.

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