AdvaMed Position Statement Regarding Transition to National Reimbursement Codes

AdvaMed understands there has been some confusion surrounding our member plans to transition away from the acronyms NDC/NHRIC (National Drug Code/National Health Related Items Code) to National Reimbursement Code (NRC). This AdvaMed position statement is intended to provide clarity about the transition, including rationale and implications.
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