Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare (MHLW) on March 5 unveiled the revised NHI prices for drugs subject to…
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Chuikyo Rep Interview 2-1 - As Japan Sees More Pricey Meds, Kenporen Director Wants Rethink of Health Coverage
As debates for the FY2024 drug pricing reform get into full swing, this occasional interview series aims to illuminate the views of members of the Central Social Insurance Medical Council (Chuikyo). The sustainability of universal coverage is of overarching importance…
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