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Rate of Drug Price Increases Slows Following Negotiations

The rate of increase in drug prices has slowed as insurers and others use a variety of tactics to negotiate lower prices for consumers.

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The rate of increase in drug prices has slowed as insurers and others use a variety of tactics to negotiate lower prices for consumers. Medication for hepatitis C and diabetes were among the drugs whose cost was most influenced by new pricing strategies. (Bloomberg Business)

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