The Ministry of Health, Welfare and Family Affairs determined a plan for 'transparency in drug transactions and drug price system,' focusing on such contents. Through the plan, the ministry expressed that drug prices will decrease next year based on 'weighted average price by item' reported by medical institutions, pharmacies, and drug providers.

Moreover, the ministry announced that hospitals, clinics, or pharmacies would be punished with imprisonment of one year or less or a fine of 30 million won or less if they are accused of illegal rebate-taking practices.