On paper, things should be looking up for Japan’s pharmaceutical wholesalers. Industry expectations are mounting that the average gap between NHI and market prices will narrow further in FY2026 from the previous year’s record low of 4.8%.A shrinking gap should…
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Japan Approves Health Coverage for Cancer Gene Panel Tests
For the first time in Japan, a key health ministry panel approved health coverage for cancer gene panel tests on May 29, clearing the way for two products to be covered under the country’s reimbursement program, beginning on June 1.…
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