How AI, Analytics, and Collaboration Can Solve Specialty Drug Spending Challenges
Nicole Bulochnik, Abarca Senior Vice President of Drug Value Strategy, explained how AI, analytics, and cross-sector collaboration can transform specialty drug costs.
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Are GLP-1 Drugs Here to Stay?
We recently spoke with Nicole Bulochnik, senior vice president of drug strategy for Abarca, about what payers need to consider as demand for this group of weight-loss drugs remains high.
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The Top-Rated Orthopedic Surgery Centers in the Houston Area and Beyond
Discover Houston's best orthopedic surgery centers and what features — from personalized treatment plans to rehabilitation services — make these top providers stand out in their industry.
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How AI and Machine Learning Can Transform Pharmacy Benefits Management
Abarca executives see plenty of potential for new technologies but note the need to strike the right balance between tech and human intervention.
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Unlocking Transparency in PBM Pricing
Dan Reedy, senior director of pricing and underwriting for Abarca, spoke recently with MedCity News about what payers should consider as they explore new models and press for greater transparency.
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The PBM Model of the Future: Why Payers Are Unbundling PBM Services
Javier Gonzalez, Chief Growth and Commercial Officer at Abarca, about why payers are increasingly looking for alternatives to the traditional PBM model.
Why Blue Shield of California Is Shaking Up its Prescription Drug Model
Blue Shield of California is cutting many of its ties with CVS Caremark (though not all) and adding four additional partners for its prescription drug benefits. These partners include Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drug Company and Amazon Pharmacy. The changes are needed to disrupt the current broken system, said Salina Wong, senior director of clinical pharmacy programs at Blue Shield of California.
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The Top Surgical Instruments Needed for Extractions
Discover what tools are essential for efficient, safe surgical extractions in today’s health care landscape, from elevators to forceps and beyond.
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A Personalized Approach to Medication Nonadherence
At the Abarca Forward conference earlier this year, George Van Antwerp, managing director at Deloitte, discussed how social determinants of health and a personalized member experience can improve medication adherence and health outcomes.
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What Do Payers Need to Help Value-Based Contracting Deals for Novel Therapies Succeed?
A panel discussion at the annual Abarca Forward conference in Puerto Rico last month sought to identify some of the innovative financial approaches that can be applied to managing the high price of novel therapies. Conversations also addressed what payers need for these financing models to be sustainable.
What Will Value-Based Drug Pricing Look Like By 2030? Experts Share 4 Predictions
Panelists at a recent pharmacy conference were optimistic about the future of value-based drug contracting. For example, one said that healthcare will be close to establishing a value-based formulary by 2030, and another said that longitudinal patient tracking will become a more important part the drug pricing process.
Is Interoperability Tech Worth the Investment? Experts Say Yes for 3 Reasons
Panelists at a recent healthcare conference expressed optimism about the automation technology that health plans, pharmacy benefit managers and providers can adopt to facilitate real-time data sharing. They said that such technology has potential to improve medication adherence, reduce costs and save time for both providers and payers.
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How to Optimize Your Phlebotomy Setup for Efficient Patient Care
The layout of your phlebotomy station can significantly impact efficiency. A well-thought-out setup ensures that every tool is within reach, minimizing unnecessary movement and reducing patient wait times.
Rising drug costs fuel interest in value-based contracts
The contracts are complicated and full of risks for drug companies. But there's also a risk to steering clear of the arrangements -- reduced or restricted access to a company's medication.