Is not only that the consumer is then forced into the mail order or PBM model, but also that it continues the problems of small local independent pharmacies staying in business, which, let's face it, Small, local, independent pharmacies are almost a thing of the past. I can tell you that in my district, many of them have closed. much to the sadness and detriment of many consumers around my district who had personal relationships with their local pharmacist and were able to talk to him or her about … (02:39–03:38)
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Asserts that small, local, independent pharmacies are closing down, including in her district.
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