Some Distributors Are Price Gouging COVID-19 Rapid Tests

The video discusses the challenges faced by small pharmacies in acquiring and selling COVID-19 rapid tests due to price hikes by wholesale distributors. It highlights the efforts of a New York pharmacy to serve the community by limiting test sales and avoiding business with exploitative distributors. The video also touches on past experiences of price gouging and hopes for changes in distributor practices as insurance reimbursement policies evolve.

What issue are small pharmacies facing with wholesale distributors regarding COVID-19 tests?

• Lack of supply

• Price gouging

• Poor quality tests

• Delayed shipments

How did the Alonei pharmacy decide to manage their test supplies?

• By increasing the price

• By limiting sales to one per person per day

• By offering discounts

• By selling only to regular customers

What past experience did the Alonei pharmacy have with price gouging?

• Costly face shields

• Expensive hand sanitizers

• Overpriced Lysol wipes

• High prices for masks

What new regulation might affect the sale of COVID-19 tests?

• Mandatory free distribution

• Insurance reimbursement for tests

• Ban on test sales

• Government price control

What advice does Gary give regarding the frequency of COVID-19 testing?

• Test daily

• Test before every outing

• Test once a week or every few days

• Test only if symptomatic