Becker's Healthcare December 12, 2024
Historically viewed as cost centers, hospitals and health systems are increasingly identifying their pharmacy departments as “revenue engines,” according to Vizient.
As pharmaceutical costs rise, Vizient emphasized the importance of integrating finance leaders and other C-suite members into pharmacy discussions about medication quality, cost and reimbursement. In its 2025 trends report, the organization also encouraged leaders to develop interdisciplinary teams to analyze appropriate use, equitable access and optimal reimbursement practices for medicines costing more than $500,000.
Three findings from Vizient’s 2025 trends report:
1. Specialty pharmacy services account for 54% of total drug...
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