This is trying to save the smaller pharmacies, the larger pharmacies are already getting theirs. The larger pharmacies have a greater voice, thus, they have a better return rate on the prescriptions. The smaller guys just want to make the investment the same.
Next time you go to the doctor and a friend goes that has a different insurance but having the same thing done. Look at the Eob for each of you. You will see what the doctor charged and what the provider actually paid. Why do you think some doctors have quit taking medicare or medicaid patients, the reimbursement isn't worth it to them.
Small pharmacies don't really have that luxury, same as why small hospitals and doctors offices are closing, they can't keep the lights on because of the reimbursement.
Medicare and Medicaid reimbursements have been very low in the shoals and one reason we lost doctors they the years. I think it is better now.
Most health care providers have teamed up to split the cost and others have went under the umbrella of the hospital. My dentist made the move years ago. Same with my eye doctor, known those two guys since childhood.
Walmart kinda blazed that business model trail.
