Pharmacy Times November 26, 2024
Muhammad Cheema, PharmD

Once relatively obscure, PBMs are now front and center in debates over drug pricing and access. Their future role will have profound implications not only for how medications are priced but also for how pharmacies conduct their operations.

Pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) have long played a significant role in the health care industry, acting as intermediaries between drug manufacturers, pharmacies, and insurers. However, the way PBMs operate is undergoing a significant transformation, influenced by growing regulatory scrutiny, demands for transparency, and shifts in health care models. Once relatively obscure, PBMs are now front and center in debates over drug pricing and access. Their future role will have profound implications not only for how medications are priced but also for how...

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