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Alabama Pharmacists Doubt Impact of Trump's Drug Price Order

5/15/2025

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Pharmacists in Alabama are left questioning the real impact of President Trump's May 12 executive order on drug prices. While the order seeks to align U.S. prices with global rates, it currently only applies to Medicare Part B. Doubts linger about pharmacy benefit managers and whether any potential savings will actually benefit patients. The future remains uncertain.

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Pharmacists in Alabama are left questioning the real impact of President Trump's May 12 executive order on drug prices. While the order seeks to align U.S. prices with global rates, it currently only applies to Medicare Part B. Doubts linger about pharmacy benefit managers and whether any potential savings will actually benefit patients. The future remains uncertain.