Its lobbying interests included changes to Medicare and Medicaid programs that were made as part of the health care overhaul. Those included the elimination of the "donut hole" coverage gap in the Medicare Part D drug benefit. CVS also discussed reimbursement rates for generic drugs, changes in coverage, and regulation on generic biologic drugs.
The company lobbied on antitrust legislation, along with disclosure requirements, employment, and training, and the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program.
Christopher Pencak, R.Ph., J.D. graduated from Wayne State University College of Pharmacy in 1976 and practiced in a variety of settings. Mr. Pencak graduated Michigan State University College of Law, Cum Laude and Law Review, in 1982. He specializes in pharmacy law and the representation of all health professionals. Mr. Pencak loves being on the cutting edge of the evolution of pharmacy. His website can be found at http://www.pharmacylawpro.com.