News Report | January 27, 2019
Louisiana To Test Subscription Model For Hepatitis C Drugs
On January 10, 2019, the Louisiana Department of Health (DOH) issued a solicitation for a subscription-like alternative payment model (APM) for hepatitis C medications for the state Medicaid plan and for the state corrections system. The state seeks offers from pharmaceutical manufacturers to deliver an unrestricted supply of hepatitis C medications and complementary services for five years, starting July 1, 2019, in exchange for a population-based monthly payment. Proposals are due by February 28, 2019, and awards announcements are slated for April 15, 2019.
The goal is that the contract costs would be no more than what the . . .