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If your healthcare system is exploring starting specialty pharmacy services, this episode explores all the details, including the historical background, advantages and future prospects of the specialty drug market.

New in JAMA, I discuss Eli Lilly’s new direct-to-consumer pharmacy program, LillyDirect. In this viewpoint, I explain why direct-to-consumer pharmacies from drug makers are unlikely to improve affordability and accessibility of drugs for most patients. And I propose some more realistic reforms to accomplish those goals. 📰 https://lnkd.in/eh_-8Q6Y

If your healthcare system is exploring starting specialty pharmacy services, this episode explores all the details, including the historical background, advantages and future prospects of the specialty drug market.

If your healthcare system is exploring starting specialty pharmacy services, this episode explores all the details, including the historical background, advantages and future prospects of the specialty drug market.

Yikes!! 3% of your people are on specialty medications, which account for as much as 50% of your drug spending. Brand-name drugs account for 80%, even though 80% of your people are using generics. If you would like to learn how you can control this vital cost driver in your health plan, DM me for a list of prescriptions for as much as 60% less on name-brand and specialty medications.

🏆 February may have been a short month but our partner #pharmacists still managed to deliver an all-time-record number of patient consultations via Pharmadoctor's #WeightManagement Pharmacy Service 🏆 Check the link in the comments to see our service package explainer video 📲 #pharmacy #ongoingsupport #prescriptiontreatments

https://lnkd.in/ef6EWTdW https://lnkd.in/ef6EWTdW Here's my recent article in Pharmacy Business about medicines supply

The Changing Landscape of Pharmacies The #pharmacy landscape is evolving rapidly. Low reimbursement rates & staff shortages are pushing pharmacies to rethink their business models. Marley Drug's approach offers a glimpse into the future of pharmacy services. Visit Marley Drug for home delivery and competitive pricing on prescriptions. https://lnkd.in/g9rfihUB #onlinepharmacist #accessiblehealthcare

Between 2000 and 2020, retail prices for prescription drugs surged by 91% and are expected to increase 5% annually until 2030. Research consistently identifies cost as the main factor affecting medication adherence. Magellan Healthcare's inforMED Pharmacy Program ensures behavioral health and other medications are prescribed and managed effectively. Learn more. #magellanhealthcare #behavioralhealth #mentalhealth #medicationadherence #prescriptiondrugs

Prescription drug costs are skyrocketing, with a staggering 9.9% increase in medication spending in 2023 alone. In her latest article for Pharmacy Times, Chief Executive Officer, Wendy Barnes, highlights five compounding factors that have created the perfect storm to drive drugflation and offers innovative solutions to address it. Read the full article to see how these strategies could help lower your pharmacy benefits costs: https://rxbene.fit/4diiPrG #PharmacyBenefits #BenefitsOptimization #RxBenefits