The FTC is cracking down on big healthcare companies
Corporations are becoming the norm in health care, and agencies like the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) know that what's good for business isn't necessarily good for patients.
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Americans are spending way too much on health care, and getting far too little in return. Together we can bring down the cost of prescription drugs, prevent surprise medical bills, get providers to rein in skyrocketing costs, and more.
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