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Abstract
In this update, we discuss the implementation progress of the Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program, with particular focus on the second round of negotiations for 15 additional Part D drugs; explore the role of health technology assessment in US commercial health plan decision-making; and examine significant changes to pharmaceutical pricing systems in Germany, where international reference pricing has been eliminated as part of the Medical Research Act.
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Journal of Comparative Effectiveness Research provides a rapid-publication platform for debate, and for the presentation of new findings and research methodologies.
Through rigorous evaluation and comprehensive coverage, the Journal of Comparative Effectiveness Research provides stakeholders (including patients, clinicians, healthcare purchasers, and health policy makers) with the key data and opinions to make informed and specific decisions on clinical practice.