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American Health Care Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Communication with Congress on compounding. Letter to Senate leadership regarding H.R. 1628, American Health Care Act of 2017. Communicated with House and Senate offices on drug shortages.
American Health Care Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
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AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS via AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
2018 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PBM transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Enhancement Act, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 4392, nullifying a rule finalized by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services that modifies payment under Medicare for certain drugs purchased through the 340B discount program. Support for S. 2553, Know the Lowest Price Act of 2018, which would ban "gag clauses" in contracts between Part D plans and pharmacies.
Source: Senate LDA
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Communication with Congress on compounding. Letter to Senate leadership regarding H.R. 1628, American Health Care Act of 2017. Testified to Senate on 340B Drug Discount Program. Communicated with House and Senate offices on drug shortages.
To provide that the provision of the Medicare Program: Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment Systems and Quality Reporting Programs final regulation relating to changes in the payment amount for certain drugs and biologicals purchased under the 340B drug discount program shall have no force or effect, and for other purposes.
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PBM transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 4392, nullfying a rule finalized by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services that modifies payment under Medicare for certain drugs purchased through the 340B discount program.
To provide that the provision of the Medicare Program: Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment Systems and Quality Reporting Programs final regulation relating to changes in the payment amount for certain drugs and biologicals purchased under the 340B drug discount program shall have no force or effect, and for other purposes.
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PBM transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Enhancement Act, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 4392, nullifying a rule finalized by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services that modifies payment under Medicare for certain drugs purchased through the 340B discount program. Support for S. 2553, Know the Lowest Price Act of 2018, which would ban "gag clauses" in contracts between Part D plans and pharmacies.
To provide that the provision of the Medicare Program: Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment Systems and Quality Reporting Programs final regulation relating to changes in the payment amount for certain drugs and biologicals purchased under the 340B drug discount program shall have no force or effect, and for other purposes.
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PBM transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Enhancement Act, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 4392, nullfying a rule finalized by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services that modifies payment under Medicare for certain drugs purchased through the 340B discount program. Support for S. 2553, Know the Lowest Price Act of 2018, which would ban "gag clauses" in contracts between Part D plans and pharmacies.
To provide that the provision of the Medicare Program: Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment Systems and Quality Reporting Programs final regulation relating to changes in the payment amount for certain drugs and biologicals purchased under the 340B drug discount program shall have no force or effect, and for other purposes.
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PBM transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 4392, nullfying a rule finalized by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services that modifies payment under Medicare for certain drugs purchased through the 340B discount program.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PBM transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Enhancement Act, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 4392, nullfying a rule finalized by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services that modifies payment under Medicare for certain drugs purchased through the 340B discount program. Support for S. 2553, Know the Lowest Price Act of 2018, which would ban "gag clauses" in contracts between Part D plans and pharmacies.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PBM transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Enhancement Act, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 4392, nullifying a rule finalized by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services that modifies payment under Medicare for certain drugs purchased through the 340B discount program. Support for S. 2553, Know the Lowest Price Act of 2018, which would ban "gag clauses" in contracts between Part D plans and pharmacies.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PBM transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 4392, nullfying a rule finalized by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services that modifies payment under Medicare for certain drugs purchased through the 340B discount program.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PBM transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 4392, nullfying a rule finalized by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services that modifies payment under Medicare for certain drugs purchased through the 340B discount program.
SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and related Agencies Appropriations seeking Food and Drug Administration funding. Discussion with the House and Senate on opioid addiction. Support for S. 2554, Patient Right to Know Drug Prices Act, which would ban "gag clauses" in contracts between all insurers and pharmacies. Support for H.R. 6, SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act, a bill that addresses opioid addiction.
SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and related Agencies Appropriations seeking Food and Drug Administration funding. Discussion with the House and Senate on opioid addiction. Support for S. 2554, Patient Right to Know Drug Prices Act, which would ban "gag clauses" in contracts between all insurers and pharmacies. Support for H.R. 6, SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act, a bill that addresses opioid addiction.
Reducing Drug Waste Act of 2018
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Communication with Congress on compounding. Communicated with House and Senate offices on drug shortages. Communication with DEA on opioid shortage of generic injectables. Support for S. 974, Creating and Restoring Equal Access to Equivalent Samples Act of 2018, and H.R. 6142, Reducing Drug Waste Act of 2018.
Reducing Drug Waste Act of 2018
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Communication with Congress on compounding. Communicated with House and Senate offices on drug shortages.Communication with DEA on opioid shortage of generic injectables. Support for S. 974, Creating and Restoring Equal Access to Equivalent Samples Act of 2018, and H.R. 6142, Reducing Drug Waste Act of 2018.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PBM transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Enhancement Act, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 4392, nullfying a rule finalized by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services that modifies payment under Medicare for certain drugs purchased through the 340B discount program. Support for S. 2553, Know the Lowest Price Act of 2018, which would ban "gag clauses" in contracts between Part D plans and pharmacies.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PBM transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 4392, nullfying a rule finalized by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services that modifies payment under Medicare for certain drugs purchased through the 340B discount program.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PBM transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 4392, nullfying a rule finalized by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services that modifies payment under Medicare for certain drugs purchased through the 340B discount program.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PBM transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Enhancement Act, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 4392, nullifying a rule finalized by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services that modifies payment under Medicare for certain drugs purchased through the 340B discount program. Support for S. 2553, Know the Lowest Price Act of 2018, which would ban "gag clauses" in contracts between Part D plans and pharmacies.
Know the Lowest Price Act of 2018
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PBM transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Enhancement Act, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 4392, nullifying a rule finalized by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services that modifies payment under Medicare for certain drugs purchased through the 340B discount program. Support for S. 2553, Know the Lowest Price Act of 2018, which would ban "gag clauses" in contracts between Part D plans and pharmacies.
Know the Lowest Price Act of 2018
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PBM transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Enhancement Act, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 4392, nullfying a rule finalized by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services that modifies payment under Medicare for certain drugs purchased through the 340B discount program. Support for S. 2553, Know the Lowest Price Act of 2018, which would ban "gag clauses" in contracts between Part D plans and pharmacies.
Patient Right to Know Drug Prices Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and related Agencies Appropriations seeking Food and Drug Administration funding. Discussion with the House and Senate on opioid addiction. Support for S. 2554, Patient Right to Know Drug Prices Act, which would ban "gag clauses" in contracts between all insurers and pharmacies. Support for H.R. 6, SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act, a bill that addresses opioid addiction.
Patient Right to Know Drug Prices Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and related Agencies Appropriations seeking Food and Drug Administration funding. Discussion with the House and Senate on opioid addiction. Support for S. 2554, Patient Right to Know Drug Prices Act, which would ban "gag clauses" in contracts between all insurers and pharmacies. Support for H.R. 6, SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act, a bill that addresses opioid addiction.
Creating and Restoring Equal Access to Equivalent Samples Act of 2018
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Communication with Congress on compounding. Communicated with House and Senate offices on drug shortages. Communication with DEA on opioid shortage of generic injectables. Support for S. 974, Creating and Restoring Equal Access to Equivalent Samples Act of 2018, and H.R. 6142, Reducing Drug Waste Act of 2018.
Creating and Restoring Equal Access to Equivalent Samples Act of 2018
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Communication with Congress on compounding. Communicated with House and Senate offices on drug shortages.Communication with DEA on opioid shortage of generic injectables. Support for S. 974, Creating and Restoring Equal Access to Equivalent Samples Act of 2018, and H.R. 6142, Reducing Drug Waste Act of 2018.
American Health Care Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Communication with FDA on Generic Drug User Fee Act, Prescription Drug user Fee Act, Biosimilar User Fee Act, and electronic drug information. Contact on manufacturing gaming REMS to gain market advantage and drug importation. Communication with Congress on off-label use. Contact on the 340B program. Letter to Senate leadership regarding H.R. 1628, American Health Care Act of 2017.
American Health Care Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Communication with FDA on Generic Drug User Fee Act, Prescription Drug user Fee Act, Biosimilar User Fee Act, and electronic drug information. Contact on manufacturing gaming REMS to gain market advantage and drug importation. Communication with Congress on off-label use. Contact on the 340B program. Letter to Senate leadership regarding H.R. 1628, American Health Care Act of 2017.
To reinstate and extend the deadline for commencement of construction of a hydroelectric project involving Jennings Randolph Dam.
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PMB transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 2122/S. 974, a bill that would promote competition by limiting a manufacturers ability to prevent potential competitors from entering the market. Support for behavioral health funding and service expansion; communication on maintaining the 340B program.
To reinstate and extend the deadline for commencement of construction of a hydroelectric project involving Jennings Randolph Dam.
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PMB transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 2122/S. 974, a bill that would promote competition by limiting a manufacturers ability to prevent potential competitors from entering the market. Support for behavioral health funding and service expansion.
To reinstate and extend the deadline for commencement of construction of a hydroelectric project involving Jennings Randolph Dam.
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PMB transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 2122/S. 974, a bill that would promote competition by limiting a manufacturers ability to prevent potential competitors from entering the market. Support for behavioral health funding and service expansion.
To reinstate and extend the deadline for commencement of construction of a hydroelectric project involving Jennings Randolph Dam.
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PMB transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 2122/S. 974, a bill that would promote competition by limiting a manufacturers ability to prevent potential competitors from entering the market. Support for behavioral health funding and service expansion.
To reinstate and extend the deadline for commencement of construction of a hydroelectric project involving Jennings Randolph Dam.
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PMB transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 2122/S. 974, a bill that would promote competition by limiting a manufacturers ability to prevent potential competitors from entering the market. Support for behavioral health funding and service expansion; communication on maintaining the 340B program.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PMB transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 2122/S. 974, a bill that would promote competition by limiting a manufacturers ability to prevent potential competitors from entering the market. Support for behavioral health funding and service expansion; communication on maintaining the 340B program.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PMB transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 2122/S. 974, a bill that would promote competition by limiting a manufacturers ability to prevent potential competitors from entering the market. Support for behavioral health funding and service expansion.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PMB transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 2122/S. 974, a bill that would promote competition by limiting a manufacturers ability to prevent potential competitors from entering the market. Support for behavioral health funding and service expansion.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PMB transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PMB transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 2122/S. 974, a bill that would promote competition by limiting a manufacturers ability to prevent potential competitors from entering the market. Support for behavioral health funding and service expansion.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PMB transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 2122/S. 974, a bill that would promote competition by limiting a manufacturers ability to prevent potential competitors from entering the market. Support for behavioral health funding and service expansion; communication on maintaining the 340B program.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PMB transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, MIPS/MACRA proposal and Part D formulary issues. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, MIPS/MACRA proposal and Part D formulary issues. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, MIPS/MACRA proposal and Part D formulary issues. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PMB transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 2122/S. 974, a bill that would promote competition by limiting a manufacturers ability to prevent potential competitors from entering the market. Support for behavioral health funding and service expansion.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PMB transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 2122/S. 974, a bill that would promote competition by limiting a manufacturers ability to prevent potential competitors from entering the market. Support for behavioral health funding and service expansion; communication on maintaining the 340B program.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PMB transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 2122/S. 974, a bill that would promote competition by limiting a manufacturers ability to prevent potential competitors from entering the market. Support for behavioral health funding and service expansion.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PMB transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PMB transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 2122/S. 974, a bill that would promote competition by limiting a manufacturers ability to prevent potential competitors from entering the market. Support for behavioral health funding and service expansion.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PMB transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 2122/S. 974, a bill that would promote competition by limiting a manufacturers ability to prevent potential competitors from entering the market. Support for behavioral health funding and service expansion; communication on maintaining the 340B program.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PMB transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, MIPS/MACRA proposal and Part D formulary issues. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing.
Creating and Restoring Equal Access to Equivalent Samples Act of 2018
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PMB transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 2122/S. 974, a bill that would promote competition by limiting a manufacturers ability to prevent potential competitors from entering the market. Support for behavioral health funding and service expansion.
Creating and Restoring Equal Access to Equivalent Samples Act of 2018
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PMB transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 2122/S. 974, a bill that would promote competition by limiting a manufacturers ability to prevent potential competitors from entering the market. Support for behavioral health funding and service expansion.
Creating and Restoring Equal Access to Equivalent Samples Act of 2018
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PMB transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 2122/S. 974, a bill that would promote competition by limiting a manufacturers ability to prevent potential competitors from entering the market. Support for behavioral health funding and service expansion.
Creating and Restoring Equal Access to Equivalent Samples Act of 2018
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PMB transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 2122/S. 974, a bill that would promote competition by limiting a manufacturers ability to prevent potential competitors from entering the market. Support for behavioral health funding and service expansion; communication on maintaining the 340B program.
Creating and Restoring Equal Access to Equivalent Samples Act of 2018
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PMB transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 2122/S. 974, a bill that would promote competition by limiting a manufacturers ability to prevent potential competitors from entering the market. Support for behavioral health funding and service expansion; communication on maintaining the 340B program.
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
S. 1800/H.R. 3049 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016 seeking Food and Drug Administration funding. Communication with the Department of Labor Defining and Delimiting the Exemptions for Executive, Administrative, Professional, Outside Sales and Computer Employees. Discussion with the House on opiod addiction. Discussion with Senate on antibiotic resistance.
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
S. 1800/H.R. 3049 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016 seeking Food and Drug Administration funding. Communication with the Department of Labor Defining and Delimiting the Exemptions for Executive, Administrative, Professional, Outside Sales and Computer Employees. Discussion with the House on opioid addiction. Discussion with Senate on antibiotic resistance. Support with House offices on H.R. 5813 Overtime Reform and Enhancement Act.
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
S. 1800/H.R. 3049 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016 seeking Food and Drug Administration funding. Communication with the Department of Labor Defining and Delimiting the Exemptions for Executive, Administrative, Professional, Outside Sales and Computer Employees. Discussion with the House on opioid addiction. Discussion with Senate on antibiotic resistance.
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
S. 1800/H.R. 3049 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016 seeking Food and Drug Administration funding. Communication with the Department of Labor Defining and Delimiting the Exemptions for Executive, Administrative, Professional, Outside Sales and Computer Employees. Discussion with the House on opioid addiction. Support with House offices on H.R. 5813 Overtime Reform and Enhancement Act. Discussion with House and Senate on 21st Century Cures Act H.R. 34.
21st Century Cures Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
S. 1800/H.R. 3049 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016 seeking Food and Drug Administration funding. Communication with the Department of Labor Defining and Delimiting the Exemptions for Executive, Administrative, Professional, Outside Sales and Computer Employees. Discussion with the House on opioid addiction. Support with House offices on H.R. 5813 Overtime Reform and Enhancement Act. Discussion with House and Senate on 21st Century Cures Act H.R. 34.
Overtime Reform and Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
S. 1800/H.R. 3049 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016 seeking Food and Drug Administration funding. Communication with the Department of Labor Defining and Delimiting the Exemptions for Executive, Administrative, Professional, Outside Sales and Computer Employees. Discussion with the House on opioid addiction. Support with House offices on H.R. 5813 Overtime Reform and Enhancement Act. Discussion with House and Senate on 21st Century Cures Act H.R. 34.
Overtime Reform and Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
S. 1800/H.R. 3049 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016 seeking Food and Drug Administration funding. Communication with the Department of Labor Defining and Delimiting the Exemptions for Executive, Administrative, Professional, Outside Sales and Computer Employees. Discussion with the House on opioid addiction. Discussion with Senate on antibiotic resistance. Support with House offices on H.R. 5813 Overtime Reform and Enhancement Act.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and Part D formulary issues. Support for H.R. 592/S. 314, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with Senate on Chronic Condition legislation. Support for S. 524, Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act. Discussion with the House on increasing prescription drug pricing.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, MIPSA/MACRA proposal and Part D formulary issues. Support for H.R. 592/S. 314, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about recent FDA guidance on compounding and increasing prescription drug pricing.Communication with CMS regarding Part B payment demonstration.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, MIPSA/MACRA proposal and Part D formulary issues. Support for H.R. 592/S. 314, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about recent FDA guidance on compounding and increasing prescription drug pricing.Communication with CMS regarding Part B payment demonstration.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, MIPSA/MACRA proposal and Part D formulary issues. Support for H.R. 592/S. 314, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with Senate on Chronic Condition legislation. Discussion with House and Senate about recent FDA guidance on compounding and increasing prescription drug pricing.Communication with CMS regarding JW modifier, discussion with House and CMS regarding Part B payment demonstration.
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
S. 1800/H.R. 3049 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016 seeking Food and Drug Administration funding. Communication with the Department of Labor Defining and Delimiting the Exemptions for Executive, Administrative, Professional, Outside Sales and Computer Employees. Discussion with the House on opioid addiction. Discussion with Senate on antibiotic resistance. Support with House offices on H.R. 5813 Overtime Reform and Enhancement Act.
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
S. 1800/H.R. 3049 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016 seeking Food and Drug Administration funding. Communication with the Department of Labor Defining and Delimiting the Exemptions for Executive, Administrative, Professional, Outside Sales and Computer Employees. Discussion with the House on opiod addiction. Discussion with Senate on antibiotic resistance.
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
S. 1800/H.R. 3049 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016 seeking Food and Drug Administration funding. Communication with the Department of Labor Defining and Delimiting the Exemptions for Executive, Administrative, Professional, Outside Sales and Computer Employees. Discussion with the House on opioid addiction. Support with House offices on H.R. 5813 Overtime Reform and Enhancement Act. Discussion with House and Senate on 21st Century Cures Act H.R. 34.
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
S. 1800/H.R. 3049 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016 seeking Food and Drug Administration funding. Communication with the Department of Labor Defining and Delimiting the Exemptions for Executive, Administrative, Professional, Outside Sales and Computer Employees. Discussion with the House on opioid addiction. Discussion with Senate on antibiotic resistance.
FDA and NIH Workforce Authorities Modernization Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act, and Section 11 of S. 2700, FDA and NIH Workforce Authorities Modernization Act. Contact concerning the Drug Quality and Security Act, all titles. Communication with the FDA on Generic Drug User Fee Act, Prescription Drug User Fee Act, Biosimilar User Fee Act, and electronic drug information. Expressed support for S. 524, Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act of 2016.
FDA and NIH Workforce Authorities Modernization Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act, and Section 11 of S. 2700, FDA and NIH Workforce Authorities Modernization Act. Contact concerning the Drug Quality and Security Act, all titles. Communication with the FDA on Generic Drug User Fee Act, Prescription Drug User Fee Act, Biosimilar User Fee Act, and electronic drug information.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and Part D formulary issues. Support for H.R. 592/S. 314, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with Senate on Chronic Condition legislation. Support for S. 524, Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act. Discussion with the House on increasing prescription drug pricing.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, MIPSA/MACRA proposal and Part D formulary issues. Support for H.R. 592/S. 314, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about recent FDA guidance on compounding and increasing prescription drug pricing.Communication with CMS regarding Part B payment demonstration.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, MIPSA/MACRA proposal and Part D formulary issues. Support for H.R. 592/S. 314, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about recent FDA guidance on compounding and increasing prescription drug pricing.Communication with CMS regarding Part B payment demonstration.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, MIPSA/MACRA proposal and Part D formulary issues. Support for H.R. 592/S. 314, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with Senate on Chronic Condition legislation. Discussion with House and Senate about recent FDA guidance on compounding and increasing prescription drug pricing.Communication with CMS regarding JW modifier, discussion with House and CMS regarding Part B payment demonstration.
Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act of 2016
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Contact concerning the Drug Quality and Security Act, all titles. Communication with the FDA on Generic Drug User Fee Act, Prescription Drug User Fee Act, Biosimilar User Fee Act, and electronic drug information. Expressed support for S. 524, Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act of 2016.
Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act of 2016
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and Part D formulary issues. Support for H.R. 592/S. 314, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with Senate on Chronic Condition legislation. Support for S. 524, Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act. Discussion with the House on increasing prescription drug pricing.
Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act of 2016
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act, and Section 11 of S. 2700, FDA and NIH Workforce Authorities Modernization Act. Contact concerning the Drug Quality and Security Act, all titles. Communication with the FDA on Generic Drug User Fee Act, Prescription Drug User Fee Act, Biosimilar User Fee Act, and electronic drug information. Expressed support for S. 524, Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act of 2016.
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
S. 1800/H.R. 3049 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016 seeking Food and Drug Administration funding.
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
S. 1800/H.R. 3049 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016 seeking Food and Drug Administration funding.
Reinvigorating Antibiotic and Diagnostic Innovation Act of 2015
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and medicaid Services regarding Innovation center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and Part D formulary issues. Support for H.R. 592/S. 314, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Signed on to letter in support of H.R. 3539, Reinvigorating Antibiotic and Diagnostic Innovation Act of 2015. Support for H.R. 6, 21st Century Cures.
Gluten in Medicine Disclosure Act of 2015
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and Part D formulary issues. Support for H.R. 592/S. 314, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Support for H.R. 6, 21st Century Cures. Discussion with Senate on Chronic Condition legislation. Support for HR 3648, Gluten in Medicine Disclosure Act of 2015.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and medicaid Services regarding Innovation center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and Part D formulary issues. Support for H.R. 592/S. 314, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and Part D formulary issues. Support for H.R. 592/S. 314, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Support for H.R. 6, 21st Century Cures. Discussion with Senate on Chronic Condition legislation. Support for HR 3648, Gluten in Medicine Disclosure Act of 2015.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and medicaid Services regarding Innovation center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and Part D formulary issues. Support for H.R. 592/S. 314, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Support for H.R. 6, 21st Century Cures.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and medicaid Services regarding Innovation center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and Part D formulary issues. Support for H.R. 592/S. 314, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Signed on to letter in support of H.R. 3539, Reinvigorating Antibiotic and Diagnostic Innovation Act of 2015. Support for H.R. 6, 21st Century Cures.
21st Century Cures Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and medicaid Services regarding Innovation center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and Part D formulary issues. Support for H.R. 592/S. 314, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Signed on to letter in support of H.R. 3539, Reinvigorating Antibiotic and Diagnostic Innovation Act of 2015. Support for H.R. 6, 21st Century Cures.
21st Century Cures Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and medicaid Services regarding Innovation center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and Part D formulary issues. Support for H.R. 592/S. 314, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Support for H.R. 6, 21st Century Cures.
21st Century Cures Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and Part D formulary issues. Support for H.R. 592/S. 314, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Support for H.R. 6, 21st Century Cures. Discussion with Senate on Chronic Condition legislation. Support for HR 3648, Gluten in Medicine Disclosure Act of 2015.
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
S. 1800/H.R. 3049 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016 seeking Food and Drug Administration funding.
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
S. 1800/H.R. 3049 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016 seeking Food and Drug Administration funding.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and Part D formulary issues. Support for H.R. 592/S. 314, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Support for H.R. 6, 21st Century Cures. Discussion with Senate on Chronic Condition legislation. Support for HR 3648, Gluten in Medicine Disclosure Act of 2015.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and medicaid Services regarding Innovation center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and Part D formulary issues. Support for H.R. 592/S. 314, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and medicaid Services regarding Innovation center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and Part D formulary issues. Support for H.R. 592/S. 314, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Signed on to letter in support of H.R. 3539, Reinvigorating Antibiotic and Diagnostic Innovation Act of 2015. Support for H.R. 6, 21st Century Cures.
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Communication with Center for Medicare and medicaid Services regarding Innovation center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and Part D formulary issues. Support for H.R. 592/S. 314, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Support for H.R. 6, 21st Century Cures.
Drug Quality and Security Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, and implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Contact concerning HRSA oversight of 340B drug discount program. Communication with the OIG on Compendia . Contact concerning the Drug Quality and Security Act, H.R. 3204, all titles. Communication with the FDA on labeling of generic medications and drugs containing salts. Communication with FTC on biosimilars. Support for H.R. 3742, all titles, theAntibiotic Development to Advance Patient Treatment Act.
Drug Quality and Security Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, and implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Contact concerning HRSA oversight of 340B drug discount program. Contact concerning the Drug Quality and Security Act, H.R. 3204, all titles. Communication with the FDA on the labeling of generic medications and biosimilars. Communication with FTC on biosimilars.
Drug Quality and Security Act
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, and implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Contact concerning HRSA oversight of 340B drug discount program. Communication with the GAO on compounding. Contact concerning the Drug Quality and Security Act, H.R. 3204, all titles. Communication with the FDA on labeling of generic medications and drugs containing salts. Communication with FTCon biosimilars. Support for H.R. 3742, all titles, theAntibiotic Development to Advance patient Treatment Act.
Antibiotic Development to Advance Patient Treatment Act of 2013
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, and implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Contact concerning HRSA oversight of 340B drug discount program. Communication with the OIG on Compendia . Contact concerning the Drug Quality and Security Act, H.R. 3204, all titles. Communication with the FDA on labeling of generic medications and drugs containing salts. Communication with FTC on biosimilars. Support for H.R. 3742, all titles, theAntibiotic Development to Advance Patient Treatment Act.
Antibiotic Development to Advance Patient Treatment Act of 2013
Client: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS · Firm: AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, and implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Contact concerning HRSA oversight of 340B drug discount program. Communication with the GAO on compounding. Contact concerning the Drug Quality and Security Act, H.R. 3204, all titles. Communication with the FDA on labeling of generic medications and drugs containing salts. Communication with FTCon biosimilars. Support for H.R. 3742, all titles, theAntibiotic Development to Advance patient Treatment Act.
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and related Agencies Appropriations seeking Food and Drug Administration funding. Discussion with the House and Senate on opioid addiction. Support for S. 2554, Patient Right to Know Drug Prices Act, which would ban "gag clauses" in contracts between all insurers and pharmacies. Support for H.R. 6, SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act, a bill that addresses opioid addiction.
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Communication with Congress on compounding. Communicated with House and Senate offices on drug shortages. Communication with DEA on opioid shortage of generic injectables. Support for S. 974, Creating and Restoring Equal Access to Equivalent Samples Act of 2018, and H.R. 6142, Reducing Drug Waste Act of 2018.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS via AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
2018 · third_quarter · Q3
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PBM transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Enhancement Act, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 4392, nullfying a rule finalized by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services that modifies payment under Medicare for certain drugs purchased through the 340B discount program. Support for S. 2553, Know the Lowest Price Act of 2018, which would ban "gag clauses" in contracts between Part D plans and pharmacies.
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Communication with Congress on compounding. Communicated with House and Senate offices on drug shortages.Communication with DEA on opioid shortage of generic injectables. Support for S. 974, Creating and Restoring Equal Access to Equivalent Samples Act of 2018, and H.R. 6142, Reducing Drug Waste Act of 2018.
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and related Agencies Appropriations seeking Food and Drug Administration funding. Discussion with the House and Senate on opioid addiction. Support for S. 2554, Patient Right to Know Drug Prices Act, which would ban "gag clauses" in contracts between all insurers and pharmacies. Support for H.R. 6, SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act, a bill that addresses opioid addiction.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS via AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
2018 · second_quarter · Q2
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Communication with Congress on compounding. Letter to Senate leadership regarding H.R. 1628, American Health Care Act of 2017. Communicated with House and Senate offices on drug shortages.
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and related Agencies Appropriations seeking Food and Drug Administration funding. Discussion with the House on opioid addiction.
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PBM transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 4392, nullfying a rule finalized by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services that modifies payment under Medicare for certain drugs purchased through the 340B discount program.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS via AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
2018 · first_quarter · Q1
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PBM transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 4392, nullfying a rule finalized by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services that modifies payment under Medicare for certain drugs purchased through the 340B discount program.
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Communication with Congress on compounding. Letter to Senate leadership regarding H.R. 1628, American Health Care Act of 2017. Testified to Senate on 340B Drug Discount Program. Communicated with House and Senate offices on drug shortages.
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and related Agencies Appropriations seeking Food and Drug Administration funding. Discussion with the House on opioid addiction.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS via AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
2017 · fourth_quarter · 4A
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and related Agencies Appropriations seeking Food and Drug Administration funding. Discussion with the House on opioid addiction.
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PMB transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 2122/S. 974, a bill that would promote competition by limiting a manufacturers ability to prevent potential competitors from entering the market. Support for behavioral health funding and service expansion; communication on maintaining the 340B program.
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Communication with FDA on Generic Drug User Fee Act, Prescription Drug user Fee Act, Biosimilar User Fee Act, and electronic drug information. Contact on manufacturing gaming REMS to gain market advantage and drug importation. Communication with Congress on off-label use. Contact on the 340B program. Letter to Senate leadership regarding H.R. 1628, American Health Care Act of 2017.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS via AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
2017 · third_quarter · 3A
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Communication with FDA on Generic Drug User Fee Act, Prescription Drug user Fee Act, Biosimilar User Fee Act, and electronic drug information. Contact on manufacturing gaming REMS to gain market advantage and drug importation. Communication with Congress on off-label use. Contact on the 340B program.
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and related Agencies Appropriations seeking Food and Drug Administration funding. Discussion with the House on opioid addiction.
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS via AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
2017 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PMB transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 2122/S. 974, a bill that would promote competition by limiting a manufacturers ability to prevent potential competitors from entering the market. Support for behavioral health funding and service expansion; communication on maintaining the 340B program.
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and related Agencies Appropriations seeking Food and Drug Administration funding. Discussion with the House on opioid addiction.
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS via AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
2017 · third_quarter · 3A
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PMB transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 2122/S. 974, a bill that would promote competition by limiting a manufacturers ability to prevent potential competitors from entering the market. Support for behavioral health funding and service expansion.
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Communication with FDA on Generic Drug User Fee Act, Prescription Drug user Fee Act, Biosimilar User Fee Act, and electronic drug information. Contact on manufacturing gaming REMS to gain market advantage and drug importation. Communication with Congress on off-label use. Contact on the 340B program.
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS via AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
2017 · third_quarter · Q3
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PMB transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 2122/S. 974, a bill that would promote competition by limiting a manufacturers ability to prevent potential competitors from entering the market. Support for behavioral health funding and service expansion.
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and related Agencies Appropriations seeking Food and Drug Administration funding. Discussion with the House on opioid addiction.
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS via AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
2017 · second_quarter · 2A
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Communication with FDA on Generic Drug User Fee Act, Prescription Drug user Fee Act, Biosimilar User Fee Act, and electronic drug information. Contact on manufacturing gaming REMS to gain market advantage and drug importation. Communication with Congress on off-label use. Contact on the 340B program.
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and related Agencies Appropriations seeking Food and Drug Administration funding. Discussion with the House on opioid addiction.
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS via AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
2017 · first_quarter · 1A
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and related Agencies Appropriations seeking Food and Drug Administration funding. Discussion with the House on opioid addiction.
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, MIPS/MACRA proposal and Part D formulary issues. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing.
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS via AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
2017 · second_quarter · Q2
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PMB transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D.
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Communication with FDA on Generic Drug User Fee Act, Prescription Drug user Fee Act, Biosimilar User Fee Act, and electronic drug information. Contact on manufacturing gaming REMS to gain market advantage and drug importation. Communication with Congress on off-label use. Contact on the 340B program.
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS via AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
2017 · first_quarter · Q1
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Communication with FDA on Generic Drug User Fee Act, Prescription Drug user Fee Act, Biosimilar User Fee Act, and electronic drug information. Contact on manufacturing gaming REMS to gain market advantage
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and related Agencies Appropriations seeking Food and Drug Administration funding. Discussion with the House on opioid addiction.
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS via AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
2016 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Contact concerning the Drug Quality and Security Act, all titles. Communication with the FDA on Generic Drug User Fee Act, Prescription Drug User Fee Act, Biosimilar User Fee Act, and electronic drug information. Expressed support for S. 524, Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act of 2016.
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, MIPSA/MACRA proposal and Part D formulary issues. Support for H.R. 592/S. 314, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about recent FDA guidance on compounding and increasing prescription drug pricing.Communication with CMS regarding Part B payment demonstration.
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS via AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
2016 · third_quarter · Q3
S. 1800/H.R. 3049 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016 seeking Food and Drug Administration funding. Communication with the Department of Labor Defining and Delimiting the Exemptions for Executive, Administrative, Professional, Outside Sales and Computer Employees. Discussion with the House on opioid addiction. Discussion with Senate on antibiotic resistance. Support with House offices on H.R. 5813 Overtime Reform and Enhancement Act.
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, MIPSA/MACRA proposal and Part D formulary issues. Support for H.R. 592/S. 314, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about recent FDA guidance on compounding and increasing prescription drug pricing.Communication with CMS regarding Part B payment demonstration.
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS via AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
2016 · second_quarter · Q2
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act, and Section 11 of S. 2700, FDA and NIH Workforce Authorities Modernization Act. Contact concerning the Drug Quality and Security Act, all titles. Communication with the FDA on Generic Drug User Fee Act, Prescription Drug User Fee Act, Biosimilar User Fee Act, and electronic drug information.
S. 1800/H.R. 3049 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016 seeking Food and Drug Administration funding. Communication with the Department of Labor Defining and Delimiting the Exemptions for Executive, Administrative, Professional, Outside Sales and Computer Employees. Discussion with the House on opioid addiction. Discussion with Senate on antibiotic resistance.
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS via AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
2016 · first_quarter · Q1
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, and implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Contact concerning the Drug Quality and Security Act, all titles. Communication with the FDA on Generic Drug User Fee Act, Prescription Drug User Fee Act, Biosimilar User Fee Act, and electronic drug information. Spoke at public meetings on GDUFA and BSUFA.
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and Part D formulary issues. Support for H.R. 592/S. 314, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with Senate on Chronic Condition legislation. Support for S. 524, Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act. Discussion with the House on increasing prescription drug pricing.
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS via AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
2015 · fourth_quarter · Q4
S. 1800/H.R. 3049 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016 seeking Food and Drug Administration funding.
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and Part D formulary issues. Support for H.R. 592/S. 314, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Support for H.R. 6, 21st Century Cures. Discussion with Senate on Chronic Condition legislation. Support for HR 3648, Gluten in Medicine Disclosure Act of 2015.
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS via AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
2015 · third_quarter · Q3
S. 1800/H.R. 3049 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016 seeking Food and Drug Administration funding.
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, and implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Contact concerning the Drug Quality and Security Act, all titles. Communication with the FDA on Generic Drug User Fee Act, Prescription Drug User Fee Act, Biosimilar User Fee Act, and electronic drug information. Contact with GAO on pharmacy compounding.
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS via AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
2015 · second_quarter · Q2
Labor-Health and Human Services Appropriation seeking Food and Drug Administration funding.
Communication with Center for Medicare and medicaid Services regarding Innovation center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and Part D formulary issues. Support for H.R. 592/S. 314, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Support for H.R. 6, 21st Century Cures.
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, and implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Contact concerning the Drug Quality and Security Act, all titles. Communication with the FDA on Generic Drug User Fee Act and electronic drug information. Contact with DEA regarding electronic and prescribing of controlled substances.
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS via AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
2015 · first_quarter · Q1
Communication with Center for Medicare and medicaid Services regarding Innovation center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and Part D formulary issues. Support for H.R. 592/S. 314, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program.
Labor-Health and Huan Services Appropriation seeking Food and Drug Administration funding.
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, and implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Contact concerning the Drug Quality and Security Act, all titles. Communication with the FDA on labeling of genric medications and biosimilars.
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS via AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
2014 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, and implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Contact concerning the Drug Quality and Security Act, all titles. Communication with the FDA on labeling of generic medications and biosimilars.
Communication with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and Part D formulary issues. Support for H.R. 4190, a bill that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program.
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS via AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
2014 · third_quarter · Q3
Communication with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, and annual payment updates. Support for HR 4190, a bill that would amend Title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage under the Medicare Program of pharmacist services.
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, and implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Contact concerning HRSA oversight of 340B drug discount program. Contact concerning the Drug Quality and Security Act, H.R. 3204, all titles. Communication with the FDA on the labeling of generic medications and biosimilars. Communication with FTC on biosimilars.
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS via AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
2014 · second_quarter · Q2
Labor-Health and Human Services Appropriations seeking Food and Drug Administration funding.
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, and implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Contact concerning HRSA oversight of 340B drug discount program. Communication with the OIG on Compendia . Contact concerning the Drug Quality and Security Act, H.R. 3204, all titles. Communication with the FDA on labeling of generic medications and drugs containing salts. Communication with FTC on biosimilars. Support for H.R. 3742, all titles, theAntibiotic Development to Advance Patient Treatment Act.
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS via AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
2014 · first_quarter · Q1
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, and implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Contact concerning HRSA oversight of 340B drug discount program. Communication with the GAO on compounding. Contact concerning the Drug Quality and Security Act, H.R. 3204, all titles. Communication with the FDA on labeling of generic medications and drugs containing salts. Communication with FTCon biosimilars. Support for H.R. 3742, all titles, theAntibiotic Development to Advance patient Treatment Act.
Labor-Health and Human Services Appropriations seeking Food and Drug Administration funding.
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS via AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
2013 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Communication with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, and annual payment updates. Communication with the Office of the Inspector General regarding Conflicts of Interest for Compendia recognized by Medicare. Support for Grassley/Carper Amendment #7 to the SGR Repeal and Medicare Beneficiary Access Act of 2013 (S. 1871), which would list pharmacists as providers within Accountable Care Organizations.
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, and implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Contact concerning HRSA oversight of 340B drug discount program. Communication with the FDA on the REMS program. Contact concerning the Drug Quality and Security Act, H.R. 3204, all titles.
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS via AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
2013 · third_quarter · Q3
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages and regulation of pharmacy compounding. Contact concerning HRSA oversight of 340B drug discount program. Communication with the FDA on the REMS program. Contact concerning S. 959, Pharmaceutical Compounding and Quality Accountability Act, (all sections) to address FDA oversight of certain drug compounding entities. Contact concerning HR 3204 (all sections) the Drug Quality and Security Act.
Labor-Health and Human Services Appropriations seeking Food and Drug Administration funding.
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS via AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
2013 · second_quarter · Q2
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, and regulation of pharmacy compounding. Contact concerning HRSA oversight of 340B drug discount program. Communication to DEA on central fill of controlled substances. Contact concerning S. 959, Pharmaceutical Compounding and Quality and Accountability Act, (all sections) to address FDA oversight of certain drug compounding entities. Contact concerning S. 957, Drug Supply Chain Security Act, (all sections) to track and trace drug products.
Communication with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center and direct reimbursement under Medicare Program.
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS via AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
2013 · first_quarter · Q1
Labor-Health and Human Services Appropriations seeking Food and Drug Administration (FDA) funding. Communication to Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) on disposal of controlled substances.
Contact concerning Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authority to manage drug shortages. Communication to FDA on Drug Shortages Task Force. Communication with Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) on Central Fill of Controlled Substances. Communication with FDA and Center for Disease Control and Prevention on compounding.
Communication with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center and direct reimbursement under Medicare program.
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS via AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
2012 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Labor-Health and Human Services Appropriations seeking additional Food and Drug Administration (FDA) funding. Communication to FDA on Rescheduling Hydrocodone containing mediations.
H.R. 6413, support for the "Transitional Care Act of 2012." Contact concerning Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authority to manage drug shortages. Communication to FDA on approval of biosimilars and drug safety. Communications to Health Resources and Services Administration on 340B drug discount program. Communication with FDA and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on compounding.Provided input on H.R. 6584, "Verifying Authority and Legality In Drug Compounding Act of 2012."
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS via AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
2012 · third_quarter · Q3
Communication with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare program, outpatient hospital payment, Part D, and Conditions of Participation regarding single use vials of drugs and drug shortages.
Labor-Health and Human Services Appropriations and asked for additional Food and Drug Administration (FDA) funding. Letter to NIOSH (CDC) on E-health records.
S. 3187, Support for the Drug Shortages provisions within the "Food and Drug Administration Safety and Innovation Act." H.R. 6413, support for the "Transitional Care Act of 2012." Contact concerning Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authority to manage drug shortages. Communications to FDA on approval of biosimilars and drug safety. Communications to Health Resources and Services Administration on 340B drug discount program.
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS via AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
2012 · second_quarter · Q2
S. 3187, H.R. 5651, Support for the Drug Shortages provisions within the "Food and Drug Administration Safety and Innovation Act." Contact concerning Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authority to manage drug shortages. Communications to FDA on approval of biosimilars, drug safety, expansion of over the counter (OTC) medicines. Communications to Health Resources and Services Administration on 340B drug discount program.
Labor-Health and Human Services Appropriations and asked for additional FDA funding.
Communication with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, funding for specialized pharmacy resident programs, direct reimbursement under the Medicare program, inpatient hospital payments, and Electronics Health Records Incentive program.
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS via AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
2012 · first_quarter · Q1
Labor-Health and Human Services appropriations and asked for additional FDA funding.
Communication with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, funding for specialized pharmacy resident programs, and direct reimbursement under the Medicare program.
H.R. 2245, S. 296, "Preserving Access to Life-Saving Medications Act," all provisions and H.R. 3839, "Drug Shortage Prevention Act of 2012." Support for S.1584, "The Drug Safety and Accountability Act," a bill to ensure drug supply safety and give FDA mandatory recall authoirty. Contact concerning Food and Drug Administartion (FDA) authority to manage drug shortages. Communications to FDA on expansion of over the counter medicines (OTC), barcoding, and off label promotion of prescription drugs. Presentations to the FDA on OTC Expansion and Anthrax Medikits.
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS via AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
2011 · fourth_quarter · Q4
H.R. 2245, S. 296, "Preserving Access to Life-Saving Medications Act," all provisions. Contact concerning Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authority to manage drug shortages. Communications to FDA on dietary supplements, long-acting opiods, Prescription Drug User Fee Act presentation at FDA public meeting. Communications with the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) on their proposed list of hazardous drugs for 2012. Support for S. 1584, "The Drug Safety and Accountability Act," a bill to ensure drug supply safety and give FDA mandatory recall authority.
Labor-Health and Human Services appropriations, fiscal year 2011; support for Administration's request for FDA funding. Contacts concerning funding for section 3503 of Affordable Care Act (P.L. 111-148).
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2011 · third_quarter · Q3
Communication with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding hospital outpatient prospective payment system, influenza vaccines, conditions of participation, Innovation Center, funding for specialized pharmacy residency programs, and direct reimbursement under the Medicare program.
H.R. 2245, S. 296, "Preserving Access to Life-Saving Medications Act," all provisions. Contacts concerning Food and Drug Admnistration (FDA) authority to manage drug shortages. Communication to FDA on withdrawal of unapproved drugs, presentation at FDA Public Workshop on drug shortages. Labor-Health and Human Services appropriations, fiscal year 2011; support for Administration's request for FDA funding. Contacts concerning funding for section 3503 of the Affordable Care Act (P.L. 111-148)
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2011 · second_quarter · Q2
Communication with Government Accountability Office concerning its study (required under section 7103, P.L. 111-148) on improving the 340B drug discount program.
H.R. 2245, S. 296, "Preserving Access to Life-Saving Medications Act," all provisions. Contacts concerning Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authority to manage drug shortages. Communication to the FDA on Medication guideline distribution and the REMS program, drug shortages. Labor-Health and Human Services appropriations, fiscal year 2010 and 2011; support for Administration's request for FDA funding. Contacts concerning funding for section 3503 of Affordable Care Act (P.L. 111-148). Communication to the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology regarding its strategic plan. Communication to Office of Management and Budget concerning consumer medication information.
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2011 · first_quarter · Q1
Communication to Surgeon General on recognition of pharmacists as health care providers.
Communication with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding administration of medication to inpatients within 30 minutes of scheduled dosage time. Communication with CMS regarding Accountable Care Organizations and the Shared Savings Program, Value Based Purchasing Program, and Innovation Center. S. 274, Medication Therapy Management Empowerment Act, all provisions.
S. 296, Preserving Access to Life-Saving Medications Act, all provisions. Contacts concerning Food and Drug Admnistration (FDA)authority to manage drug shortages. Communication to Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology regarding meaningful use implementation. Labor-Health and Human Services Appropriations, fiscal year 2010 and 2011; support for Administration's request for FDA funding. Contacts concerning funding for section 3503 of Affordable Care Act (PL 111-148). Communication to repeal IRS form 1099 reporting provision in Affordable Care Act. S. 48, Pharmacist Student Loan Repayment Eligibility Act, all provisions.
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2010 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Labor-Health and Human Services Appropriations fiscal years 2010 and 2011. S. 3690, Drug Safety and Accountability Act of 2010, all provisions. H.R.6543, Drug Safety Enhancement Act of 2011. Contacts concerning Food and Drug Administration authority to manage drug shortages. Contacts concerning funding for section 3503 of H.R. 3590, Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
H.R. 5389, The Medicare Clinical Pharmacist Practitioner Services Coverage Act of 2010, all provisions. Communications to Environmental Protection Agency on Draft Guidances for Best Management Practices for Unused Pharmaceuticals at Health Care Facilities; Pharmaceutical Waste. Communications to Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Bar Code Label Requirements; Development and Distribution of Patient Medication Information for Prescription Drugs; and Generic Drug User Fees. Communications to FDA on Distribution of Medication Guide as part of Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies; Approval Pathway for Biosimilars. Communication to Drug Enforcement Administration on Placement of Propofol into Schedule IV Controlled Substance.
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2010 · third_quarter · Q3
Communications with Food and Drug Admnistration on Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies, reauthorization of the Prescription Drug User Fee Act, medical product recalls, experimental study of patient information prototypes and patient medication information, drug shortages, and generic drug user fees. Communication with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding administration of medication to inpatients within 30 minutes of scheduled dosage time. HR 5389, The Medicare Clinical Pharmacist Practitioner Services Coverage Act of 2010, all provisions.
Labor-Health and Human Services Apprpriations fiscal years 2010 and 2011. S. 3690, Drug Safety and Accountability Act of 2010 all provisions. Communication with FDA on the judicious use of medically important antimicrobial drugs in food-producing animals, and the Safe Use Initiative. Communications to Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality regarding comparative effectiveness.
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2010 · second_quarter · Q2
Communication with CMS on funding for specialized pharmacy residency programs; communication with the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology on certification programs for health information technology; communication to CMS regarding counseling to prevent tobacco use; communication to CMS on the hospital inpatient prospective payment system.
Supported HR 5389, "Medicare Clinical Pharmacist Practitioner Services Coverage Act of 2010," all provisions. Labor-Health and Human Services Appropriations fiscal years 2010 and 2011. H.R. 3590, Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, Title III, all provisions relating to "medication therapy management," "medical home," and "independence at home." Communication to HHS regarding strategic framework on multiple chronic conditions; Communication to FDA on direct-to-consumer prescription drug advertisements; Meeting with AHRQ to discuss comparative effectiveness research.
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2010 · first_quarter · Q1
Communication with FDA regarding the quality of compounded drugs and improving stakeholder communications; Communications to the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality regarding nominations to Effective Healthcare Stakeholder Group; Communication with FDA on Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies and Prescription Drug User Fee Act Reauthorization Public Meeting.
Labor-Health and Human Services Appropriations fiscal years 2010 and 2011. H.R. 3590, Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, Title III, all provisions relating to "medication therapy management," "medical home," and "independence at home." H.R. 3962, Affordable Health Care for America Act, Title II, all provisions relating to Frontline Health Providers and Loan Forgiveness; Title III, all provisions relating to "medical home" and "independence at home;" Title V, all provisions relating to "medication therapy management." Communications to House and Senate supporting residency funding. Communicatins with FDA regarding the Safe Use Initiative; Communications with FDA regarding inpatient distribution of Medication Guides; Communication with FDA on Transparency Task Force; Communication with FDA on appointment of Special Government Employees.
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2009 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Communication to Employment and Training Administration relating to awarding competitive grants for worker training to ASHP-accredited pharmacy technician training programs. Communication to National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health relating to temporary assignment for health care workers who work with hazardous drugs.
FDA Appropriations FY10. H.R. 3590, Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, Title III, all provisions relating to "medication therapy management," "medical home," and "independence at home." H.R. 3962, Affordable Health Care for America Act, Title II, all provisions relating to Frontline Health Providers and Loan Forgiveness; Title III all provisions relating to "medical home" and "independence at home;" Title V, all provisions relating to "medication therapy management." Communcations to House and Senate supporting residency funding. Communication with FDA on market withdrawal of unapproved nitroglycerin.
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2009 · third_quarter · Q3
Meeting with FDA relating to removal of unapproved products, opportunities for future collaboration; Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies. Meeting with FDA regarding design and use of NDC number.
Communication with Healthcare Information Technology Standards Panel Secretariat regarding HITSP Quality Interoperability Specification; Communication to Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services in support of Joint Commission application for continued deeming authority for hospitals; Communications with CMS on the Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System; Communication with CMS on the Physician Fee Schedule; Meeting with CMS on compendia issues.
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2009 · second_quarter · Q2
Communication with FDA and HHS regarding standards for securing the drug supply chain and the National Drug Code system. Communication with the Office of the National Coordinator regarding "Draft Use of Electronic Health Records in Clinical Research. Communication with Food and Drug Administration on evaluation of consumer medication information. Communication with Health Resources and Services Administration on National Quality Forum priorities and pharmacist residency training and workforce issues. Comments to Office of the National Coordinator regarding health information technology extension program. Communication with Drug Enforcement Administration regarding implementation of Ryan Haight Online Pharmacy Consumer Protection Act of 2008. Communication with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding anticoagulation clinic billing issue.
Communication with EPA regarding health care industry study on practices related to disposal of unused pharmaceuticals.
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2009 · first_quarter · Q1
HR 1, American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, Title XIII, Health information technology provisions. FDA appropriations FY09 & FY10. Communication re: confirmation of Secretary-Designate Daschle, and Sebelius. Communication to White House Office regarding health care reform. Statement to Senate Finance Committee on workforce and health care reform. Health care reform (no bill #). Letter to Office of the Nat. Coordinator for Health Information Technology regarding Standards Committee appointment.
Communication seeking withdrawal of propxyphene from the market. Communication re: experimental study of consumer reporting of side effects as part of direct-to-consumer advertising. Communication re: evaluation and usefulness of consumer medication information. Communication re: FDA's Sentinal Initiative to monitor medical product safety. Comments on disposal of controlled substances.
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2008 · fourth_quarter · Q4
S.901, Health Centers Renewal Act of 2007, include pharmacists as eligible for loan forgiveness programs of the Natinal Health Service Corps. S.2708, Caring for an Aging America Act of 2008, include pharmacists in geriatric training program. Proposed legislation to create an academic counterdetailing program on prescription drugs. Outlined potential role of the pharmacist. S.2932, Poison Center Support, Enhancement and Awareness Act of 2008, support all provisions. Communication to FDA on NDC number.
H.R.2642, Iraq War Supplemental Appropriations, additional appropriations for Food and Drug Administration. Communications to FDA staff regarding gluten labeling on medications; nominations to FDA Advisory Committees;MedWatch Partners and electronic data collection; Best Practices for Distribution of Antivirals for Pandemic Influenza: Public Health Impact and Research Recommendations. Communication with FDA concerning the phased removal of propoxyphene from the market.
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS via AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
2008 · third_quarter · Q3
H.R. 2642, Iraq War Supplemental Appropriations, support additional appropriations for Food and Drug Administration. Communications to FDA staff regarding gluten labeling on medications; Risk Communication Advisory Committee meeting; maintaining HFA designation on labeling. Meeting with FDA Chief of Staff; Communication to FDA re: testimony before joint meeting of the Antiviral Drugs Advisory Committee and the Nonprescription Drugs Advisory Committee; Comments to FDA re concept paper on evaluating proposed drug name submissions. Comments to FDA on content and format labeling for human prescription drug and biological products; requirements for pregnancy and lactation labeling; Communication re; nominations to FDA advisory committee
S. 901, Health Centers Renewal Act of 2007, include pharmacists as eligible for loan forgiveness programs of the National Health Service Corps. S.2708, Caring for an Aging America Act of 2008, include pharmacists in geriatric training program. Proposed legislation to create an academic counterdetailing program on prescription drugs. Outlined potential role of the pahrmacist. S. 2932, Poison Center Support, Enhancement, and Awareness of 2008, support all provisions. H.R. 5491, The Pharmacy Technician Training and Registration Act of 2008; all provisions. FDA: Communicated policy concerning National Drug Code number system and need for improvements. DEA: proposed rule concerning electronic prescriptions for controlled substances. Comments to the Office of the Natinal Coordinator for Health Information Technology re: Draft Medication Gaps and Draft Order Sets.
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2008 · second_quarter · Q2
S. 901, Health Centers Renewal Act of 2007 and S.2708, Caring for an Aging America Act of 2008. Include pharmacists as eligible for loan forgiveness programs of the National Health Service Corps. S.2932, Poison Center Support, Enhancement, and Awareness Act of 2008 support all provisions. H.R. 5491, The Pharmacy Technician Training and Registration Act of 2008; all provisions. Comments relating to standards and technologies for numerical identifier, validation, track and trace, and authentication for prescription drugs. Comments on Direct-to-Consumer Advertising. Comments on proposed National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health survey of healthcare workers' safety and health. Meetings with HRSA officials on general and common issues on pharmacy technicians, telepharmacy, loan forgiveness.
H.R. 6331, Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act of 2008, Title I, Section 182, Provision that revises definition of medically accepted indication for drugs and conflic of interest. Comments on proposed changes to the Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment Systems and FY 2009 Rates-Proposed Rule.
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS via AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
2008 · first_quarter · Q1
FDA: Adverse event collection workshop and comments. Comments on FDA Science and Technology Report. Standard setting for pharmaceutical supply chain issues including radio frequency identification.
Health Services and Resources Administration 340 B drug pricing program; proposed guidance on definition of patient, contract pharmacy and participation by children's hospitals. HR 3580, Food and Drug Administration Amendments Act of 2007, titles 8 and 9, all provisins. S.901. Reauthorization of National Health Service Corps. Provisions relating to loan forgiveness programs. Funding for Food and Drug Administration. HR 1956, Patient Protection and Innovative Biologic Medicines Act of 2007 and HR 1038, Access to Life Saving Medicine Act, HR 5629, Pathway for Biosimilars Act, provisions dealing with interchangability. HR 5491, Pharmacy Technician Training and Registration Act of 2008, all provisions. Proposal by FDA for a behind the counter drug category (public meeting and comments). Distribution of patient information and medication guides. Pharmacologic class in patient information. Proposal to transition Mevacor from prescription to over the counter status.
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS via AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACISTS
2007 · year_end · YY
Filing targets: Agency for Healthcare Research & Quality (AHRQ), Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA), SENATE
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2007 · year_end · YY
HR 3580, Food and Drug Administration Amendments Act of 2007, titles 8 and 9, all provisions. S.901, Reauthorization of National Health Service Corps, provisions relating to loan forgiveness programs. Funding for Food and Drug Admnistration. HR1956, Patient Protection and Innovative Biologic Medicines Act of 2007 and HR1038, Access to Life Saving Medicine Act, provisions dealing with interchangability. Proposal by FDA for a behind the counter drug category (public meeting and comments). Electronic
Requirement to report National Drug Code Number to State Medicaid agencies (provision in Deficit Reduction Act.) H.R. 3090, provision delaying date requiring tamper resistant prescriptions. HR 3025, Medicare Prescription Drug Savings for our Seniors Act of 2007 and S1827, Pharmacist Access and Recognition in Medicare (PhARM) Act of 2007; provisions relating to medication therapy management.
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PMB transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D. Support for H.R. 2122/S. 974, a bill that would promote competition by limiting a manufacturers ability to prevent potential competitors from entering the market. Support for behavioral health funding and service expansion.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Communication with FDA on Generic Drug User Fee Act, Prescription Drug user Fee Act, Biosimilar User Fee Act, and electronic drug information. Contact on manufacturing gaming REMS to gain market advantage and drug importation. Communication with Congress on off-label use. Contact on the 340B program. Letter to Senate leadership regarding H.R. 1628, American Health Care Act of 2017.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and related Agencies Appropriations seeking Food and Drug Administration funding. Discussion with the House on opioid addiction.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Communication with FDA on Generic Drug User Fee Act, Prescription Drug user Fee Act, Biosimilar User Fee Act, and electronic drug information. Contact on manufacturing gaming REMS to gain market advantage and drug importation. Communication with Congress on off-label use. Contact on the 340B program.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and PMB transparency. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing. Communication on Direct and Indirect Remuneration fees (DIR) under Medicare Part D.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Communication with FDA on Generic Drug User Fee Act, Prescription Drug user Fee Act, Biosimilar User Fee Act, and electronic drug information. Contact on manufacturing gaming REMS to gain market advantage
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and related Agencies Appropriations seeking Food and Drug Administration funding. Discussion with the House on opioid addiction.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, MIPS/MACRA proposal and Part D formulary issues. Support for H.R. 592/S. 109, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with House and Senate about increased prescription drug pricing.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE
S. 1800/H.R. 3049 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016 seeking Food and Drug Administration funding. Communication with the Department of Labor Defining and Delimiting the Exemptions for Executive, Administrative, Professional, Outside Sales and Computer Employees. Discussion with the House on opioid addiction. Support with House offices on H.R. 5813 Overtime Reform and Enhancement Act. Discussion with House and Senate on 21st Century Cures Act H.R. 34.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act, and Section 11 of S. 2700, FDA and NIH Workforce Authorities Modernization Act. Contact concerning the Drug Quality and Security Act, all titles. Communication with the FDA on Generic Drug User Fee Act, Prescription Drug User Fee Act, Biosimilar User Fee Act, and electronic drug information. Expressed support for S. 524, Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act of 2016.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE
Communication with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, MIPSA/MACRA proposal and Part D formulary issues. Support for H.R. 592/S. 314, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Discussion with Senate on Chronic Condition legislation. Discussion with House and Senate about recent FDA guidance on compounding and increasing prescription drug pricing.Communication with CMS regarding JW modifier, discussion with House and CMS regarding Part B payment demonstration.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE
S. 1800/H.R. 3049 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016 seeking Food and Drug Administration funding. Communication with the Department of Labor Defining and Delimiting the Exemptions for Executive, Administrative, Professional, Outside Sales and Computer Employees. Discussion with the House on opiod addiction. Discussion with Senate on antibiotic resistance.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE
Contact concerning FDA authority to manage drug shortages, regulation of pharmacy compounding, and implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act. Contact concerning the Drug Quality and Security Act, all titles. Communication with the FDA on Generic Drug User Fee Act, Prescription Drug User Fee Act, Biosimilar User Fee Act, and electronic drug information. Spoke at public meetings on GDUFA and BSUFA. Communication with GAO on drug shortages.
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), Government Accountability Office (GAO), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA), SENATE
Communication with Center for Medicare and medicaid Services regarding Innovation center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, annual payment updates, and Part D formulary issues. Support for H.R. 592/S. 314, legislation that would amend title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of pharmacist services under the Medicare Program. Signed on to letter in support of H.R. 3539, Reinvigorating Antibiotic and Diagnostic Innovation Act of 2015. Support for H.R. 6, 21st Century Cures.
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA), SENATE
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA), SENATE
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA), SENATE
Labor-Health and Human Services Appropriations seeking Food and Drug Administration funding.
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE
Labor-Health and Human Services Appropriations seeking Food and Drug Administration funding.
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA), SENATE
Communication with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, and annual payment updates. Support for HR 4190, a bill that would amend Title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage under the Medicare Program of pharmacist services.
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE
Communication with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, and annual payment updates. Support for HR 4190, a bill that would amend Title 18 of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage under the Medicare Program of pharmacist services.
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), Government Accountability Office (GAO), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE
Labor-Health and Human Services Appropriations seeking Food and Drug Administration funding.
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA), SENATE
Communication with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center, direct reimbursement under Medicare Program, and annual payment updates. Communication with the Office of the Inspector General regarding Conflicts of Interest for Compendia recognized by Medicare.
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA), SENATE
Labor-Health and Human Services Appropriations seeking Food and Drug Administration funding.
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), Government Accountability Office (GAO), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA), SENATE
Filing targets: Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE
Communication with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding Innovation Center and direct reimbursement under Medicare program.
Filing targets: Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA), SENATE
Filing targets: Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA), SENATE
Filing targets: Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA), SENATE
Filing targets: Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE
Communication with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding influenza vaccines, conditions of participation, Innovation Center, funding for specialized pharmacy resident programs, Part D utilization review and direct reimbursement under the Medicare program.
Filing targets: Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE
Comments to the Health Resources and Services Administration on the 340B Drug Discount Program and the procurement of orphan drugs under the program. Submitted letter of support for H.R. 2674, the 340B Improvement Act of 2011.
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), Government Accountability Office (GAO), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA), SENATE
Communication with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding administration of medication to inpatients within 30 minutes of scheduled dosage time. Communication with CMS regarding Accountable Care Orgaizations and the Shared Savings Program, Value Based Purchasing Program, Innovation Center, and hospital inpatient prospective payment system.
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), Government Accountability Office (GAO), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE
Communication with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding admnistration of medication to inpatients within 30 minutes of scheduled dosage time. Communication with CMS regarding Accountable Care Organizations and the Shared Savings Program.
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Communication with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services on hospital outpatient prospective payment system, and the physician fee schedule for calendar year 2011. Communication with CMS and House and Senate funding regarding specialized pharmacy residency programs.
Filing targets: Agency for Healthcare Research & Quality (AHRQ), Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Communications with FDA on Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies and Prescription Drug User Fee Act reauthorization; communication with Office of Pharmacy Affairs, Health Resources and Services Administration on 340B drug pricing program, transition to new Director of Office of Pharmacy Affairs, Patient Safety and Clinical Services Collaborative, status of patient definition guidelines, increased federal funds for community health centers, National Healthcare Workforce Commission; Commmunication with FDA on distribution of medication guides in the inpatient setting; communication with FDA on drug recalls; communication with DEA on electronic prescriptions for controlled substances; meeting with HRSA's Office of Rural Health Policy to discuss medication therapy management, workforce commission, patient safety collaborative, telepharmacy, 340B and health IT.
Filing targets: Agency for Healthcare Research & Quality (AHRQ), Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA), SENATE
Communication with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services on chemotherapy administration codes, physician supervision requirements, and anticoagulation billing issue; Communications to CMS and Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology on issues relating to health information technology and meaningful use.
Communication to the Environmental Protection Agency on Preliminary 2010 Effluent Guidelines Program Plan and the disposal of unused pharmaceuticals.
Filing targets: Agency for Healthcare Research & Quality (AHRQ), Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE
S. 252, Veterans Health Care Authorization of 2009, Title I, all provisions relating to incentive pay for pharmacists. Communications with FDA regarding Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies, Medication Guides, and providing effective information to consumers about prescription drug risks and benefits. Communication with DEA regarding the identification of institution-based individual practitioners.
Filing targets: Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Employment & Training Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
FDA Appropriations FY10. Communication to White House Office on Health Care Reform. Letter and support for HR 2891, Access to Frontline Health Care Act of 2009, all provisions dealing with loan forgiveness for Title VII health professions. Testimony to House Energy and Commerce Committee on HR 3200, support second year specialized residency programs and medication therapy management grant program. Letters to Senate Finance Committee on residency funding.
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE, White House Office
FDA Appropriations FY10. Communication to White House Office on Health Care Reform. Support for HR 2891, Access to Frontline Health Care Act of 2009, all provisions. Support for S 245, Retooling the Healthcare Workforce for an Aging America Act of 2009. Letter urging funding for residency programs in America's Affordable Health Choices Act, HR 3200. Statement to Senate Finance Committee on Healthcare Reform Delivery Options and Coverage Options. Statement to Senate Finance Committee on workforce. Statement to House Energy and Commece Committee on Health Reform. Letters to Senate Finance and Ways and Means Committees on residency funding. Communication with Congressional Budget Office on heatlh care reform. Communication with FDA regarding market withdrawal of morphine sulphate oral solution. Communicatin with FDA on Risk Evaluation and Mititgation Strategies for certain opioid drugs. Communication with NIOSH regarding additions and deltions to hazardous drug list. Communication with FDA regarding safety of acetaminophen-containing drug products.
Communication with CMS on Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment System. Communication with Office of the National Coordinator on Health Information Technology regarding definition of "meaningful use."
Filing targets: Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA), SENATE, White House Office
Communication and meetings with CMS staff regarding compendia recognition. Presentation and written testimony before CMS Ambulatory Payment Classification Panel regarding pharmacy overhead. Communication to CMS re: nomination to APC panel. Comments to CMS re: 2010 call letter concerning Part D medication therapy management programs. Communication to CMS regarding payment policy for outpatient anticoagulation services.
Communication to Environmental Protection Agency regarding addition of pharmaceuticals to universal waste rule.
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE, White House Office
H.R. 6331, Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act of 2008, Title I, Section 182, provision that revises definition of medically accepted indication for drugs and conflicts of interest. Communication and meetings with CMS staff regarding compendia recognition. Presentation & written testimony before CMS Ambulatory Payment Classification Panel regarding pharmacy overhead. Comments to CMS re: Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System and 2009 payment rates and 340B Drug Pricing Program. Communications with CMS re:Conditions of Participation and Interpretive Guidance regarding standing orders and protocols. Communications with CMS re: billing for pharmacist services in hospital-based anticoagulation clinics.
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
H.R. 6331, Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act of 2008, Title I Section 182, provision that revises definition of medically accepted indication for drugs and conflicts of interest. Communication and meetings with CMS staff regarding compendia recognition. Presentation and written testimony before CMS' Ambulatory Payment Classification Panel regarding pharmacy overhead Comments to CMS re: Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System and 2009 Payment rates. Communications with CMS re: Conditions of Participation and Interpretive Guidance regarding standing orders and protocols. Comments to CMS re: e-prescribing exemption for computer generated facsimile transmissions.
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE
H.R. 2642, Iraq War Supplemental Appropriations, support additional appropriations for Food and Drug Administration. Comments on Draft Guidance for Industry on Good Reprint Practices for the Distribution of Medical Journal Articles and Medical or Scientific Reference Publications on Unaproved new Uses of Approved Drugs and Approved or Cleared Medical Devices. Comments on Draft Prescription Drug User Fee Act IV Drug Safety Five-Year Plan; Communications to FDA staff regarding request for feedback on FDA's unapproved drug initiative. Communication with FDA staff regarding behind-the-counter availability of certain drugs. Comments on Patient Safety and Quality Improvement-Notice of Proposed Rulemaking. Nominations to National Advisory Council for Healthcare Research and Quality. Comments on designation of Medically Underserved Populations and Health Professional Shortage Areas Notice of Proposed Rulemaking.
Filing targets: Agency for Healthcare Research & Quality (AHRQ), Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA), SENATE
Ambulatory Payment Classification (APC) Panel testimony and comments. APC Panel Nomination. Letters to CMS and CMS officials regarding compendia additions and deletions including American Hospital Formulary Service-Drug Information. Comments relating to electronic prescribing under Part D. HR 3025, Medicare Prescription Drug Savings for our Seniors Act of 2007 and S1827, Pharmacist Access and Recognition in Medicare (PhARM) Act of 2007; provisions relating to medication therapy management. HR 3162, Children's Health and Medicare Protection Act (CHAMP Act), provisions on comparative effectiveness research. Recognition of pharmacists as health care providers and payment for clinical services. Recognition of AHFS as drug compendia for coverage of unlabeled uses. Funding for specialized pharmacy residency programs. Electronic prescribing.
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA), SENATE
Essential use medications and ozone-depleting substances. Nominations to FDA and AHRQ advisory committees,
Filing targets: Agency for Healthcare Research & Quality (AHRQ), Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA), SENATE