NGA calls for review of pharmacy DIR fee structure

January 30, 2019 by Chain Drug Review Greg Ferrara, pharmacy Direct and Indirect Remuneration (DIR) fees, The National Grocers Association (NGA) Leading Headlines, Pharmacy

ARLINGTON, Va. — The National Grocers Association (NGA), the national trade association representing the independent supermarket industry, filed comments on a proposed rule with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) on pharmacy Direct and Indirect Remuneration (DIR) fees that negatively impact the independent supermarket industry. “NGA commends the Administration and CMS for proposing