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➤ Why do payers choose reference pricing instead of other cost-containment methods?
Payers use reference pricing because it can deliver targeted, rapid savings without overhauling payment systems. It preserves patient choice, encourages provider competition, and is simpler to implement than comprehensive payment reform. It does require accurate price data and monitoring to address equity or access concerns (OECD, 2017; Health Affairs analyses).