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NHC Comments on Negotiation Data Elements and Drug Price Negotiation Process for Initial Price Applicability Year 2027 under Sections 11001 and 11002 of the IRA ICR Forms

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Overall, while the NHC appreciates CMS’ intent to streamline the data submission process and make it more accessible, we encourage ongoing dialogue and adjustments to ensure that the process remains patient-centered, efficient, and capable of capturing the full spectrum of information necessary to inform meaningful drug price negotiations.

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NHC Comments on Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program: Draft Guidance, Implementation of Sections 1191 – 1198 of the Social Security Act for Initial Price Applicability Year 2027 and Manufacturer Effectuation of the Maximum Fair Price (MFP) in 2026 and 2027

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General Comments The NHC appreciates CMS’ commitment to actively engaging with stakeholders, including patients, consumer advocates, and health experts, in implementing the Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program (DPNP). We commend CMS for its commitment to improving these sessions and provide the following detailed recommendations.

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Three strategies for managing loss of exclusivity successfully

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Drug prices to plummet in wave of expiring patents”. Price decay after loss of brand exclusivity”. These are just three headlines that come up when you Google “drug patent expiry”. Between December 1, 2018 and January 31, 2019, 65% of erectile dysfunction prescriptions filled were for Viagra or its generic version 12.

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NHC Submits Comments to CMS RE CY 2026 Policy & Technical Changes to MA and Part D Proposed Rule

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This includes clear communication about how AI tools are used in clinical and administrative Transparency fosters trust and empowers patients and providers to actively participate in care decisions. Comprehensive Transparency: AI applications should be fully disclosed, explainable, and accessible to patients and providers in layperson terms.