PEPC appreciated the opportunity to provide input on the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) and Department of Justice’s (DOJ) draft update of the Merger Guidelines, which describe and guide the agencies’ review of mergers and acquisitions to determine compliance with federal antitrust laws.
Our comments highlight the largely negative impact of provider consolidation on the health care system, and urge the FTC and DOJ to take action to increase competition among providers to achieve key health care goals, including improved quality, reduced cost, and increased access to care.
To read our full comments, click here.