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Drugs, Money, And Secret Handshakes: The Unstoppable Growth Of Prescription Drug Prices
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In The Warped World Of Prescription Drug Pricing, Generic Drugs Can Cost More Than Branded Ones, Old Drugs Can Be Relaunched At Astronomical Prices, And Lowcost Options Are Shut Out Of The Market. In Drugs, Money And Secret Handshakes, Robin Feldman Shines A Light Into The Dark Corners Of The Pharmaceutical Industry To Expose A Web Of Shadowy Deals In Which Higherpriced Drugs Receive Favorable Treatment And Patients Are Channeled Toward The Most Expensive Medicines. At The Center Of This Web Are The Highly Secretive Middle Players Who Establish Coverage Levels For Patients And Negotiate With Drug Companies. By Offering Lucrative Payments To These Middle Players (As Well As To Doctors And Hospitals), Drug Companies Ensure That Inexpensive Drugs Never Gain Traction. This System Of Perverse Incentives Has Delivered The Kind Of Exorbitant Drug Prices And Profits That Everyone Loves Except For Those Who Pay The Bills.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Drugs, Money, and Secret Handshakes'? A: The book focuses on the complex world of prescription drug pricing, revealing how generic drugs can sometimes cost more than branded ones and how old drugs are relaunched at high prices due to opaque industry practices.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Drugs, Money, and Secret Handshakes'? A: The author of the book is Robin Feldman, who investigates the pharmaceutical industry and its pricing strategies.
- Q: What insights does the book provide about the pharmaceutical industry? A: The book exposes a network of secretive middle players who negotiate drug prices and influence patient access to medications, often favoring expensive drugs over cheaper alternatives.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Drugs, Money, and Secret Handshakes'? A: The book was published on April 11, 2019.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: How many pages does 'Drugs, Money, and Secret Handshakes' have? A: The book contains a total of 196 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for understanding drug pricing issues? A: Yes, this book is suitable for readers looking to understand the complexities of drug pricing and the factors that contribute to high prescription costs.
- Q: Does the book include any illustrations? A: Yes, this edition of the book is described as illustrated, providing visual context to the topics discussed.
- Q: What language is 'Drugs, Money, and Secret Handshakes' written in? A: The book is written in English.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in new condition.