A total of 43 innovative new medicines are anticipated to be approved or listed in Japan this year, according to a survey by Jiho. At the center of attention are some highly innovative, but probably ultra-expensive, gene therapies, as well…
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As Copay Debate Picks Up Steam, MHLW Floats 4 Ideas for Coverage Reform
The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare (MHLW) on September 29 proposed four types of reform plans related to prescription drug copayments, kicking off discussions at its key health insurance panel. Among them is a copay rate review for long-listed…
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