WMT - Privatized Vaccine Distribution Sparks Confusion Payment Challenges | Benzinga
As the rollout of the updated COVID-19 vaccine progresses, some individuals have been surprised by requests for upfront payments ranging from $150 to $200.
The U.S. government has shifted responsibility for vaccine distribution, administration, and payment coverage to private companies, including vaccine manufacturers, pharmacies, and insurance plans.
In September, approximately 4 million people received updated doses of the Pfizer Inc (NYSE: PFE)/ BioNTech SE (NASDAQ: BNTX) or Moderna Inc (NASDAQ: MRNA) vaccines, with 12 million doses shipped, Reuters noted, citing data from the U.S. Department of Health and Human ...