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As a cutting-edge health benefits expert, PENSA always makes sure to be on the up-and-up with all the latest and most pertinent health care industry news. In such an active, ever-changing industry, this kind of news is helpful for us to ensure we’re providing the most informed services possible. And of course, we want to keep our clients current as well. Check back often for the latest healthcare industry news.
Integrating PBM’s versus Outsourcing Services
Health plans have two choices for managing pharmacy benefits: using in-house resources or outsourcing to a standalone PBM.
Plans such as WellPoint and Independence Blue Cross have jettisoned their PBM units, while Aetna, for example, held onto its PBM and struck a deal with CVS Caremark Corp. to handle certain functions.
What criteria do health plans use to decide which strategy is likely to work better for them? Hear from industry experts on the pros and cons of integrated vs. standalone PBM models.