Folwell says the state health plan continues to be "under siege" from what he calls a "cartel of healthcare providers," who are consolidating power, decreasing competition, and increasing prices.
The State Health Plan Board of Trustees voted Thursday to end all coverage of popular weight-loss drugs such as Wegovy and Saxenda starting April 1, citing out-of-control costs and high prices.
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