How long will it take to get a rebate payment from drug manufacturers?
The Conditions of Participation state that manufacturers are to pay claims from ADAPs within 90 days of receipt. This is the same process used by most manufacturers’ voluntary rebate programs. It is financially advantageous for the ADAPs to submit their claims as quickly as possible after the close of the quarter. 34. What can we do if the payments are late? Although there is no specific remedy in the Conditions of Participation, any initial or minor problems should be resolved using normal business procedures to collect past due bills. Under the voluntary rebates, manufacturers often made payments earlier than required by the rebate agreements. Please note that OPA assistance with dispute resolution is available at any time during a rebate dispute with a manufacturer. If a major problem of nonpayment or late payment develops, an ADAP should request assistance from the Office of Pharmacy Affairs to resolve the problem. Persistent nonpayment could be grounds for terminating the manufact
