noelmelson.bsky.social

15 October 2026 08:39

PBM reimbursement is worth looking at, but i's only one part of the cost picture. PBMs negotiate pharmacy rates and benefits for health plans, while pharmacies also face staffing, drug costs and other operating expenses. Looking at full picture matters before putting all the cost pressure on PBMs.

auraciesla.bsky.social

15 October 2026 08:39

This survey shows why pharmacy benefits need to focus on both affordability and access. Veterans value convenient ways to get their medications, including pharmacy and mail-order options. Any PBM reforms should protect benefits and avoid disrupting access veterans rely on. soaa.org/veteran-surv...

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hanifaroberson.bsky.social

15 October 2026 08:39

Employers should know what they're getting from their pharmacy benefit contracts. Clear terms and real accountability matter, but so does the value a PBM can bring through drug price negotiations and pharmacy benefit management. The goal should be better value for the health plan and its members.

palishpacobb.bsky.social

15 June 2026 01:56

PBMs aren't the ones setting $1,000+ drug prices. Pharmaceutical manufacturers do. Removing one of the few players negotiating rebates and discounts could leave patients paying even closer to the full list price.