Medical and Pharmacy Drug Management Archives | National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions Wed, 06 Aug 2025 15:05:19 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/wp-content/uploads/Favicon_NAH.png Medical and Pharmacy Drug Management Archives | National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions 32 32 Health Policy in Transit: July Health Policy Updates https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/resources/health-policy-in-transit-july-health-policy-updates/ Tue, 05 Aug 2025 21:00:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?post_type=resources&p=20577 Download the full Health Policy in Transit document below to learn more.

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]]> Is Mark Cuban the Loudmouth Billionaire that Democrats Need for 2028? https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/is-mark-cuban-the-loudmouth-billionaire-that-democrats-need-for-2028/ Tue, 17 Jun 2025 15:55:33 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=20343 The post Is Mark Cuban the Loudmouth Billionaire that Democrats Need for 2028? appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Healthcare Leaders Warn GOP Plan Would Deeply Chip Away At Medicaid Access https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/healthcare-leaders-warn-gop-plan-would-deeply-chip-away-at-medicaid-access/ Mon, 12 May 2025 14:45:12 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=20100 The post Healthcare Leaders Warn GOP Plan Would Deeply Chip Away At Medicaid Access appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Could value-based care help RI’s primary care crisis? Why some doctors made the change https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/could-value-based-care-help-ris-primary-care-crisis-why-some-doctors-made-the-change/ Tue, 06 May 2025 19:12:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=20082 The post Could value-based care help RI’s primary care crisis? Why some doctors made the change appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Trump Order Risks Triggering Lawsuits Over Drug Consulting Fees https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/trump-order-risks-triggering-lawsuits-over-drug-consulting-fees/ Fri, 18 Apr 2025 02:19:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19698 The post Trump Order Risks Triggering Lawsuits Over Drug Consulting Fees appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Lawmakers expected to vote on bill addressing federal drug program https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/lawmakers-expected-to-vote-on-bill-addressing-federal-drug-program/ Thu, 17 Apr 2025 13:52:23 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19700 The post Lawmakers expected to vote on bill addressing federal drug program appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> The Latest National Alliance Tools and Resources https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/resources/latest-national-alliance-tools-and-resources/ Fri, 11 Apr 2025 21:03:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?post_type=resources&p=14395 Action-oriented recommendations for coalitions, employers and other plan sponsors, and healthcare and benefits professionals.

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]]> Summary of National Alliance Resources https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/resources/2025-national-alliance-resources-summary/ Fri, 11 Apr 2025 20:59:42 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?post_type=resources&p=19583 A summary of the latest National Alliance resources.

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]]> Mark Cuban’s legacy play https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/mark-cubans-legacy-play/ Thu, 10 Apr 2025 21:04:44 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19602 The post Mark Cuban’s legacy play appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> 340B Program Is Driving Up Costs and Needs Urgent Reform | AMCP Annual 2025 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/340b-program-is-driving-up-costs-and-needs-urgent-reform-amcp-annual-2025/ Mon, 07 Apr 2025 21:01:25 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19598 The post 340B Program Is Driving Up Costs and Needs Urgent Reform | AMCP Annual 2025 appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Seeing Through Opaque PBM Processes to Clear Employer Management https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/seeing-through-opaque-pbm-processes-to-clear-employer-management/ Thu, 03 Apr 2025 21:03:29 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19600 The post Seeing Through Opaque PBM Processes to Clear Employer Management appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Even ‘good’ employers face rising risk of lawsuits over health plan costs https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/even-good-employers-face-rising-risk-of-lawsuits-over-health-plan-costs/ Fri, 28 Mar 2025 13:06:55 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19507 The post Even ‘good’ employers face rising risk of lawsuits over health plan costs appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Health benefits company co-founded by Dr. Oz could be a conflict of interest https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/health-benefits-company-co-founded-by-dr-oz-could-be-a-conflict-of-interest/ Mon, 24 Mar 2025 13:10:30 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19482 The post Health benefits company co-founded by Dr. Oz could be a conflict of interest appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> NAHPC CEO: Souped-Up Value Assessment Entity A Much-Needed Rx Pricing Reform https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/nahpc-ceo-souped-up-value-assessment-entity-a-much-needed-rx-pricing-reform/ Tue, 18 Mar 2025 13:11:02 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19484 The post NAHPC CEO: Souped-Up Value Assessment Entity A Much-Needed Rx Pricing Reform appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Guest columnist: Federal 340B program needs dose of transparency in Ky. https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/guest-columnist-federal-340b-program-needs-dose-of-transparency-in-ky/ Mon, 17 Mar 2025 13:14:33 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19486 The post Guest columnist: Federal 340B program needs dose of transparency in Ky. appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Panelists Detail How Employers Can Demand More From PBM Contracts https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/panelists-detail-how-employers-can-demand-more-from-pbm-contracts/ Fri, 14 Mar 2025 00:02:57 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19696 The post Panelists Detail How Employers Can Demand More From PBM Contracts appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Op-Ed: Federal 340B program needs dose of transparency in Ky https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/op-ed-federal-340b-program-needs-dose-of-transparency-in-ky/ Mon, 03 Mar 2025 16:30:52 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19360 The post Op-Ed: Federal 340B program needs dose of transparency in Ky appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Benefits group CEO stumps for PBM bills at House hearing https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/benefits-group-ceo-stumps-for-pbm-bills-at-house-hearing/ Thu, 27 Feb 2025 20:38:34 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19337 The post Benefits group CEO stumps for PBM bills at House hearing appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> House Hearing on PBMs a Tale of Two Discussions https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/house-hearing-on-pbms-a-tale-of-two-discussions/ Thu, 27 Feb 2025 14:36:27 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19349 The post House Hearing on PBMs a Tale of Two Discussions appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Trump plans for Medicaid come up as House subcommittee deliberates on PBM reform https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/trump-plans-for-medicaid-come-up-as-house-subcommittee-deliberates-on-pbm-reform/ Wed, 26 Feb 2025 20:44:27 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19342 The post Trump plans for Medicaid come up as House subcommittee deliberates on PBM reform appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Congress Turns Attention to PBM Reform, Sort of https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/congress-turns-attention-to-pbm-reform-sort-of/ Wed, 26 Feb 2025 20:41:55 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19340 The post Congress Turns Attention to PBM Reform, Sort of appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance CEO Shawn Gremminger Testifies Before House Subcommittee on Energy and Commerce to Offer Employer Perspectives on PBM Reform https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-ceo-shawn-gremminger-testifies-before-house-subcommittee-on-energy-and-commerce-to-offer-employer-perspectives-on-pbm-reform/ Wed, 26 Feb 2025 19:42:30 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19311 WASHINGTON – February 26, 2025 – High and rising costs of prescription drugs in the commercial market are one of the most pressing concerns for employers and purchasers across the […]

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]]> PBM Misalignment Initiative: Final Report https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/resources/pbm-misalignment-initiative-final-report/ Mon, 24 Feb 2025 19:25:28 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?post_type=resources&p=19286 The National Alliance PBM Misalignment Initiative investigates and addresses misalignment between employers and their pharmacy benefit management (PBM) service providers.  Building on the 2023 PBM Playbook and other related resources, this final report […]

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]]> Trump’s IVF Coverage Goals Confront Congress, Industry Limits https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/trumps-ivf-coverage-goals-confront-congress-industry-limits/ Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:40:46 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19282 The post Trump’s IVF Coverage Goals Confront Congress, Industry Limits appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance Files Amicus Brief in Support of Johnson & Johnson 340B Drug Program Case https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-files-amicus-brief-in-support-of-johnson-johnson-340b-drug-program-case/ Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:25:31 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19274 WASHINGTON – February 20, 2025 – In keeping with its commitment to address healthcare costs and quality issues on behalf of employers and their employees across the United States, the […]

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]]> National Alliance Announces 2025 Federal Policy Priorities to Offer Relief for America’s Employers and Working Families https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-announces-2025-federal-policy-priorities-to-offer-relief-for-americas-employers-and-working-families/ Tue, 11 Feb 2025 11:27:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19237 WASHINGTON – February 11, 2025 – In the past two decades, costs for employers offering healthcare coverage has more than doubled, while out-of-pocket expenses for employees is three times higher […]

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]]> How a Company Makes Millions Off a Hospital Program Meant to Help the Poor https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/how-a-company-makes-millions-off-a-hospital-program-meant-to-help-the-poor/ Wed, 15 Jan 2025 19:04:56 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=18999 The post How a Company Makes Millions Off a Hospital Program Meant to Help the Poor appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> How Can Employers Manage Rising Healthcare Costs in 2025? https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/how-can-employers-manage-rising-healthcare-costs-in-2025/ Tue, 07 Jan 2025 20:38:11 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=18118 The post How Can Employers Manage Rising Healthcare Costs in 2025? appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Where smaller PBMs are headed this year https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/where-smaller-pbms-are-headed-this-year/ Tue, 07 Jan 2025 01:48:38 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=18115 The post Where smaller PBMs are headed this year appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> PBM Reform is Part of Congress’ End of Year Bill https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/pbm-reform-is-part-of-congress-end-of-year-bill/ Wed, 18 Dec 2024 00:48:15 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=18019 The post PBM Reform is Part of Congress’ End of Year Bill appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Putting patients first: Workers suffer when their employers lack critical information about PBMs https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/putting-patients-first-workers-suffer-when-their-employers-lack-critical-information-about-pbms/ Sat, 07 Dec 2024 00:49:50 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=18021 The post Putting patients first: Workers suffer when their employers lack critical information about PBMs appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance Hill Visits 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/resources/national-alliance-hill-visits-2024/ Thu, 21 Nov 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?post_type=resources&p=19363 The following one-page resources on 340B, PBM reform, combating high and rising hospital prices, were presented during the National Alliance Hill visits in November 2024.

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]]> Case Studies: Coalitions and Employers are Disrupting the PBM Misalignment Status Quo https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/resources/pbm-misalignment-case-studies/ Mon, 18 Nov 2024 19:23:40 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?post_type=resources&p=17808 The National Alliance is continuously exploring how misalignment between employer needs and PBM service provider value propositions have affected employers and other and plan sponsors. There is growing risk for […]

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]]> Pharmacy Benefit Management Misalignment: Vendor Engagement Template https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/resources/pbm-vendor-engagement-template/ Fri, 15 Nov 2024 18:52:34 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?post_type=resources&p=17771 As the pharmacy benefit management industry undergoes the most significant transformation in decades, employers are at the forefront of driving change. This vendor engagement template equips them with information to […]

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]]> Many Americans Unable to Afford Medications, Navitus Survey Finds https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/many-americans-unable-to-afford-medications-navitus-survey-finds/ Tue, 12 Nov 2024 19:34:43 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17733 The post Many Americans Unable to Afford Medications, Navitus Survey Finds appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Employers Seek Strategies to Combat Rising Health Care Costs https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/employers-seek-strategies-to-combat-rising-health-care-costs/ Wed, 30 Oct 2024 13:42:29 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17623 The post Employers Seek Strategies to Combat Rising Health Care Costs appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Rising healthcare costs could trickle down to workers: employer survey https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/rising-healthcare-costs-could-trickle-down-to-workers-employer-survey/ Wed, 30 Oct 2024 13:37:34 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17617 The post Rising healthcare costs could trickle down to workers: employer survey appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> How Employers Are Trying To Tame Healthcare Costs https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/how-employers-are-trying-to-tame-healthcare-costs/ Tue, 29 Oct 2024 15:14:06 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17596 The post How Employers Are Trying To Tame Healthcare Costs appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Employers using various strategies to contain healthcare costs https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/employers-using-various-strategies-to-contain-healthcare-costs/ Tue, 29 Oct 2024 13:40:42 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17621 The post Employers using various strategies to contain healthcare costs appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance Survey Reveals Employers Using Innovative Payment Approaches Experienced Lower Healthcare Costs  https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-of-healthcare-purchaser-coalitions-survey-reveals-employers-using-innovative-payment-approaches-experienced-lower-healthcare-costs/ Tue, 29 Oct 2024 12:59:03 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17547 Pulse of the Purchaser study also finds obesity, women’s health and health equity are growing areas of benefits focus for employers in 2024 and beyond  WASHINGTON – OCTOBER 29, 2024 […]

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]]> Employers eye PBM changes, fearing legal threat https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/employers-eye-pbm-changes-fearing-legal-threat/ Tue, 29 Oct 2024 11:11:47 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17589 The post Employers eye PBM changes, fearing legal threat appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Pulse of the Purchaser 2024 Survey Results https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/resources/pulse-of-the-purchaser-2024-survey-results/ Fri, 25 Oct 2024 21:38:56 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?post_type=resources&p=17548 The Pulse of the Purchaser study gauges concerns and approaches of employers to address the workforce environment; whole person health, equity, women’s health, mental health and obesity management; fiduciary perspectives; pharmaceutical […]

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]]> MedCity Pivot Podcast: Chat With Shawn Gremminger About Employer-Led Healthcare https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/medcity-pivot-podcast-chat-with-shawn-gremminger-about-employer-led-healthcare/ Fri, 25 Oct 2024 12:45:03 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17582 The post MedCity Pivot Podcast: Chat With Shawn Gremminger About Employer-Led Healthcare appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Why Employers Are Turning to Primary Care as Health Care Costs Soar https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/why-employers-are-turning-to-primary-care-as-health-care-costs-soar/ Thu, 10 Oct 2024 13:54:32 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17494 The post Why Employers Are Turning to Primary Care as Health Care Costs Soar appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Employer plans face GLP-1 anti-obesity drug rebate threats https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/employer-plans-face-glp-1-anti-obesity-drug-rebate-threats/ Fri, 27 Sep 2024 21:48:35 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17373 The post Employer plans face GLP-1 anti-obesity drug rebate threats appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Letter to HELP Committee regarding pricing practices of GLP-1s https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/letter-to-help-committee-regarding-pricing-practices-of-glp-1s/ Tue, 24 Sep 2024 18:49:45 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17343 Employers and purchasers are struggling to afford coverage of GLP-1s to treat obesity for their employees and dependents. To provide access to these drugs for those most in need, many […]

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]]> These factory workers were swamped by medical debt. Then their employer stepped in https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/these-factory-workers-were-swamped-by-medical-debt-then-their-employer-stepped-in/ Wed, 18 Sep 2024 00:36:45 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17330 The post These factory workers were swamped by medical debt. Then their employer stepped in appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Finding Common Ground: Addressing PBM Issues and ERISA Tensions https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/finding-common-ground-addressing-pbm-issues-and-erisa-tensions/ Wed, 11 Sep 2024 00:05:34 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17325 The post Finding Common Ground: Addressing PBM Issues and ERISA Tensions appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> EP448 (Part 2): 340B: Why Employers Should Probably Care About What’s Happening Here, With Shawn Gremminger https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/ep448-part-2-340b-why-employers-should-probably-care-about-whats-happening-here-with-shawn-gremminger/ Fri, 06 Sep 2024 00:01:22 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17323 The post EP448 (Part 2): 340B: Why Employers Should Probably Care About What’s Happening Here, With Shawn Gremminger appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> EP448 (Part 1): 340B: Where It Started, Where It Is Now, and Who Is Really Benefiting From This Massive Program, With Shawn Gremminger https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/ep448-part-1-340b-where-it-started-where-it-is-now-and-who-is-really-benefiting-from-this-massive-program-with-shawn-gremminger/ Thu, 05 Sep 2024 23:59:27 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17320 The post EP448 (Part 1): 340B: Where It Started, Where It Is Now, and Who Is Really Benefiting From This Massive Program, With Shawn Gremminger appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Employers Beware: Alternative Funding Programs Require Careful Review to Avoid Negative Consequences https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/resources/employers-beware-alternative-funding-programs-require-careful-review-to-avoid-negative-consequences/ Tue, 27 Aug 2024 15:15:17 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?post_type=resources&p=17170 As healthcare costs increase, employers and other plan sponsors continue to explore strategies to better manage pharmaceutical costs. Given that prescription drug spending accounts for 18% of all healthcare spending, […]

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]]> Time to Act: Understanding PBM Practices Enables Employers to Ignite Change https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/resources/time-to-act-understanding-pbm-practices-enables-employers-to-ignite-change/ Tue, 27 Aug 2024 15:13:16 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?post_type=resources&p=17168 For decades the PBM industry has been plagued by misalignment, opacity, and consolidation. Rather than improving drug value and creating an efficient marketplace, the industry has fueled a flawed model […]

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]]> The fox guarding the henhouse: Addressing PBM industry misalignment and 340B https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/the-fox-guarding-the-henhouse-addressing-pbm-industry-misalignment-and-340b/ Mon, 26 Aug 2024 20:44:02 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17189 The post The fox guarding the henhouse: Addressing PBM industry misalignment and 340B appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Workplace insurance could soon be stripped down https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/workplace-insurance-could-soon-be-stripped-down/ Wed, 21 Aug 2024 15:48:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17053 The post Workplace insurance could soon be stripped down appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Gremminger Hearing Record Statement for 340B Drug Pricing Program https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/resources/gremminger-hearing-record-statement-for-340b-drug-pricing-program/ Tue, 04 Jun 2024 14:37:02 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?post_type=resources&p=16607 On Tuesday, June 4, the House Energy and Commerce Oversight and Investigations subcommittee hosted a hearing to discuss the 340B Drug Pricing Program.  National Alliance President and CEO Shawn Gremminger submitted a […]

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]]> Plan Sponsors, Insurers Spar Over Fiduciary Data Despite Lawsuits https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/plan-sponsors-insurers-spar-over-fiduciary-data-despite-lawsuits/ Fri, 31 May 2024 17:59:04 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16684 The post Plan Sponsors, Insurers Spar Over Fiduciary Data Despite Lawsuits appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Why half of all workers may struggle to get weight-loss drug health insurance coverage https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/why-half-of-all-workers-may-struggle-to-get-weight-loss-drug-health-insurance-coverage/ Thu, 30 May 2024 20:51:52 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16585 The post Why half of all workers may struggle to get weight-loss drug health insurance coverage appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> U.S. Business Action to End HIV and Advance Health Equity https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/resources/end-hiv-in-america/ Thu, 30 May 2024 20:23:14 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?post_type=resources&p=16575 The private sector is bringing new expertise and momentum to an effort once thought impossible—the end of the HIV epidemic in the U.S. It’s going to take leaders across business […]

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]]> Time for Employers to Take the Reins on Employee Healthcare https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/time-for-employers-to-take-the-reins-on-employee-healthcare/ Wed, 29 May 2024 20:53:50 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16587 The post Time for Employers to Take the Reins on Employee Healthcare appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> ‘The Time Is Now’: How Employers Can Offer Comprehensive Obesity Care https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/the-time-is-now-how-employers-can-offer-comprehensive-obesity-care/ Mon, 20 May 2024 13:15:23 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16525 The post ‘The Time Is Now’: How Employers Can Offer Comprehensive Obesity Care appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Employers feel the side effects of drugmaker control over Wegovy, Ozempic costs https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/employers-feel-the-side-effects-of-drugmaker-control-over-wegovy-ozempic-costs/ Thu, 18 Apr 2024 18:05:23 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16194 The post Employers feel the side effects of drugmaker control over Wegovy, Ozempic costs appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Sources for covering the hidden clauses raising employers’ and workers’ health costs https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/sources-for-covering-the-hidden-clauses-raising-employers-and-workers-health-costs/ Thu, 21 Mar 2024 21:22:26 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16086 The post Sources for covering the hidden clauses raising employers’ and workers’ health costs appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Weight loss drug Wegovy is now approved for heart health — but that won’t mean broad insurance coverage just yet https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/weight-loss-drug-wegovy-is-now-approved-for-heart-health-but-that-wont-mean-broad-insurance-coverage-just-yet/ Sat, 16 Mar 2024 22:04:12 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16021 The post Weight loss drug Wegovy is now approved for heart health — but that won’t mean broad insurance coverage just yet appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> No Surprises Act Driving Medical Cost Hikes, Employer Groups Say https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/no-surprises-act-driving-medical-cost-hikes-employer-groups-say/ Thu, 07 Mar 2024 23:00:11 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16017 The post No Surprises Act Driving Medical Cost Hikes, Employer Groups Say appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> What Ozempic can teach CFOs about drug costs https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/what-ozempic-can-teach-cfos-about-drug-costs/ Thu, 07 Mar 2024 22:46:43 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16010 The post What Ozempic can teach CFOs about drug costs appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Upended: Can PBM Transparency Succeed? https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/upended-can-pbm-transparency-succeed/ Wed, 06 Mar 2024 22:48:29 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16012 The post Upended: Can PBM Transparency Succeed? appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Weight-loss drug restrictions shine spotlight on imbalance in obesity care https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/weight-loss-drug-restrictions-shine-spotlight-on-imbalance-in-obesity-care/ Mon, 04 Mar 2024 22:56:13 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16014 The post Weight-loss drug restrictions shine spotlight on imbalance in obesity care appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Johnson & Johnson Case Signals Employee Drug Price Suits to Come https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/johnson-johnson-case-signals-employee-drug-price-suits-to-come/ Sat, 10 Feb 2024 01:53:45 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16024 The post Johnson & Johnson Case Signals Employee Drug Price Suits to Come appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance President and CEO Shawn Gremminger Discusses 2024 Initiatives, PBMs, and Health Equity https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-president-and-ceo-shawn-gremminger-discusses-2024-initiatives-pbms-and-health-equity/ Sat, 03 Feb 2024 00:27:44 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=15107 The post National Alliance President and CEO Shawn Gremminger Discusses 2024 Initiatives, PBMs, and Health Equity appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Six Reasons Why It’s So Hard to Get Your Weight-Loss Drugs https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/six-reasons-why-its-so-hard-to-get-your-weight-loss-drugs/ Sat, 03 Feb 2024 00:24:55 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=15103 The post Six Reasons Why It’s So Hard to Get Your Weight-Loss Drugs appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Paying a lot for your health insurance? You might have a lawsuit. https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/paying-a-lot-for-your-health-insurance-you-might-have-a-lawsuit/ Thu, 21 Dec 2023 16:12:57 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=15003 The post Paying a lot for your health insurance? You might have a lawsuit. appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Lower Costs, More Transparency Act https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/resources/lower-costs-more-transparency-act/ Tue, 19 Dec 2023 19:54:25 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?post_type=resources&p=14996 On December 11, the US House of Representatives overwhelmingly passed the Lower Costs, More Transparency Act (HR 5378) with a bipartisan vote of 320-71. The Act aims to address the […]

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]]> Obesity, Women’s Health, Health Equity Among Top Benefit Focuses for Employers in 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/obesity-womens-health-health-equity-among-top-benefit-focuses-for-employers-in-2024/ Tue, 19 Dec 2023 14:20:59 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=15000 The post Obesity, Women’s Health, Health Equity Among Top Benefit Focuses for Employers in 2024 appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Employer Survey Finds High-Cost Claims and Hospital Prices are Major Concern https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/employer-survey-finds-high-cost-claims-and-hospital-prices-are-major-concern/ Wed, 13 Dec 2023 23:09:45 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14955 The post Employer Survey Finds High-Cost Claims and Hospital Prices are Major Concern appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Report: Less than Half of Employers Are Confident In Integrity of Hospitals, PBMs https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/report-less-than-half-of-employers-are-confident-in-integrity-of-hospitals-pbms/ Wed, 13 Dec 2023 16:42:09 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14962 The post Report: Less than Half of Employers Are Confident In Integrity of Hospitals, PBMs appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Survey Finds More than Half of Employers Not Confident in PBM Practices https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/survey-finds-more-than-half-of-employers-not-confident-in-pbm-practices/ Wed, 13 Dec 2023 16:35:18 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14959 The post Survey Finds More than Half of Employers Not Confident in PBM Practices appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Lack of Confidence in Service Providers, Healthcare Affordability Among Top Employer Concerns per National Alliance Survey https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/lack-of-confidence-in-service-providers-healthcare-affordability-among-top-employer-concerns-per-national-alliance-survey/ Wed, 13 Dec 2023 14:53:19 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14683 Pulse of the Purchaser study also finds obesity, women’s health and health equity are growing areas of benefits focus for employers in 2024 and beyond WASHINGTON – DECEMBER 13, 2023 […]

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]]> National Alliance Hill Visits 2023 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/resources/hill-visits-on-key-topics/ Tue, 12 Dec 2023 13:51:33 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?post_type=resources&p=14897 The following one-page resources on PBM reform, ERISA preemption, combating high and rising hospital prices, improving HSA flexibility, and integrating mental health into primary care, were presented during the National […]

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]]> Navigating Work With PBMs: Negotiations, Misalignments, and Drug Costs https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/navigating-work-with-pbms-negotiations-misalignments-and-drug-costs/ Thu, 07 Dec 2023 16:26:48 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14678 The post Navigating Work With PBMs: Negotiations, Misalignments, and Drug Costs appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Cigna-Humana Deal Would Complicate Drug Pricing for Health Plans https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/cigna-humana-deal-would-complicate-drug-pricing-for-health-plans/ Thu, 07 Dec 2023 16:24:07 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14675 The post Cigna-Humana Deal Would Complicate Drug Pricing for Health Plans appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> CVS drug pricing overhaul signals a broader industry shift https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/cvs-drug-pricing-overhaul-signals-a-broader-industry-shift/ Wed, 06 Dec 2023 20:08:42 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14647 The post CVS drug pricing overhaul signals a broader industry shift appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Expert Discusses Biosimiliars Influencing Pricing of Biologic Drugs https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/expert-discusses-biosimiliars-influencing-pricing-of-biologic-drugs/ Wed, 22 Nov 2023 19:13:27 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14627 The post Expert Discusses Biosimiliars Influencing Pricing of Biologic Drugs appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Foot Locker, Teamsters Show Their Drug-Benefit Managers the Door https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/foot-locker-teamsters-show-their-drug-benefit-managers-the-door/ Tue, 21 Nov 2023 21:07:45 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14672 The post Foot Locker, Teamsters Show Their Drug-Benefit Managers the Door appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Employer Coalition Urges Congress to Pass PBM Reforms This Year https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/employer-coalition-urges-congress-to-pass-pbm-reforms-this-year/ Thu, 16 Nov 2023 13:25:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14582 EmployersRx and allies urge Congress to continue its momentum to eliminate PBM business practices driving up the cost of drugs for American businesses and workers OAKLAND, CA and WASHINGTON – […]

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]]> Letter to Senate Leadership: Supporting PBM Reform from Employers and Other Stakeholders https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/resources/letter-to-senate-leadership-supporting-pbm-reform-from-employers-and-other-stakeholders/ Wed, 08 Nov 2023 20:09:10 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?post_type=resources&p=14562 This letter to Majority Leader Schumer and Republican Leader McConnell asks them to support the healthcare provided to 179 million Americans through private employers by enacting strong pharmacy benefit manager […]

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]]> Blue Shield of California is promising a simpler, cheaper pharmacy benefits model. Can it deliver? https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/blue-shield-of-california-is-promising-a-simpler-cheaper-pharmacy-benefits-model-can-it-deliver/ Wed, 25 Oct 2023 12:41:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14498 The post Blue Shield of California is promising a simpler, cheaper pharmacy benefits model. Can it deliver? appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Ozempic hype forces employer calls on obesity coverage https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/ozempic-hype-forces-employer-calls-on-obesity-coverage-2/ Mon, 02 Oct 2023 12:44:07 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14502 The post Ozempic hype forces employer calls on obesity coverage appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Ozempic Hype Forces Employer Calls on Obesity Coverage https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/ozempic-hype-forces-employer-calls-on-obesity-coverage/ Thu, 28 Sep 2023 15:10:42 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14341 The post Ozempic Hype Forces Employer Calls on Obesity Coverage appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> These 15 metro areas saw biggest jumps in Ozempic use. They might not be where you expect. https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/these-15-metro-areas-saw-biggest-jumps-in-ozempic-use-they-might-not-be-where-you-expect/ Wed, 27 Sep 2023 14:56:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14335 The post These 15 metro areas saw biggest jumps in Ozempic use. They might not be where you expect. appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Facing higher health costs, employers get tough https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/facing-higher-health-costs-employers-get-tough/ Tue, 19 Sep 2023 14:17:44 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14310 The post Facing higher health costs, employers get tough appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Save billions or stick with Humira? Drug brokers steer Americans to the costly choice https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/save-billions-or-stick-with-humira-drug-brokers-steer-americans-to-the-costly-choice/ Mon, 18 Sep 2023 19:01:43 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14284 The post Save billions or stick with Humira? Drug brokers steer Americans to the costly choice appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Employers Point to Higher Costs After Medicare Drug Negotiations https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/employers-point-to-higher-costs-after-medicare-drug-negotiations/ Tue, 12 Sep 2023 18:56:05 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14276 The post Employers Point to Higher Costs After Medicare Drug Negotiations appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Michael Thompson on Employer-PBM Relations and What It Will Take to Change Them https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/michael-thompson-on-employer-pbm-relations-and-what-it-will-take-to-change-them/ Tue, 12 Sep 2023 18:54:01 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14273 The post Michael Thompson on Employer-PBM Relations and What It Will Take to Change Them appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance Guideline Identifies Key PBM Concerns for Health Plan Purchasers https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-guideline-identifies-key-pbm-concerns-for-health-plan-purchasers/ Thu, 07 Sep 2023 18:58:16 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14281 The post National Alliance Guideline Identifies Key PBM Concerns for Health Plan Purchasers appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Wegovy’s Potential Heart Benefit Factors Into Coverage Decisions https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/wegovys-potential-heart-benefit-factors-into-coverage-decisions/ Mon, 21 Aug 2023 22:17:09 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14225 The post Wegovy’s Potential Heart Benefit Factors Into Coverage Decisions appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> The Pharmacy-Benefit Sector Just Took a Hit https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/the-pharmacy-benefit-sector-just-took-a-hit/ Fri, 18 Aug 2023 21:52:24 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14220 The post The Pharmacy-Benefit Sector Just Took a Hit appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Nearly 2,000 Organizations Urge Congress to Pass PBM Reform https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/nearly-2000-organizations-urge-congress-to-pass-pbm-reform/ Thu, 13 Jul 2023 17:50:10 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14253 The post Nearly 2,000 Organizations Urge Congress to Pass PBM Reform appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Negotiating with PBMs for lower drug prices: New ‘aggressive’ playbook for employers https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/negotiating-with-pbms-for-lower-drug-prices-new-aggressive-playbook-for-employers/ Thu, 29 Jun 2023 18:12:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14260 The post Negotiating with PBMs for lower drug prices: New ‘aggressive’ playbook for employers appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> The Age of Adalimumab Is Upon Us: How Stakeholders Can Prepare https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/the-age-of-adalimumab-is-upon-us-how-stakeholders-can-prepare/ Wed, 28 Jun 2023 19:13:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14290 The post The Age of Adalimumab Is Upon Us: How Stakeholders Can Prepare appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Employer Group Issues Guide for Contracting with PBMs https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/employer-group-issues-guide-for-contracting-with-pbms/ Wed, 28 Jun 2023 18:18:48 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14263 The post Employer Group Issues Guide for Contracting with PBMs appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> New playbook arms employers with blueprint for navigating PBM relationships https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/new-playbook-arms-employers-with-blueprint-for-navigating-pbm-relationships/ Tue, 27 Jun 2023 18:29:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14269 The post New playbook arms employers with blueprint for navigating PBM relationships appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions Develops Playbook for Managing Drug Costs https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-of-healthcare-purchaser-coalitions-develops-playbook-for-managing-drug-costs/ Tue, 27 Jun 2023 18:23:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14266 The post National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions Develops Playbook for Managing Drug Costs appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Frustrated Employers Outline Ways to Work With PBMs https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/frustrated-employers-outline-ways-to-work-with-pbms/ Mon, 26 Jun 2023 19:18:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14293 The post Frustrated Employers Outline Ways to Work With PBMs appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance Releases Call to Action for Employers to Address Conflicts in the PBM Industry  https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-releases-call-to-action-for-employers-to-address-conflicts-in-the-pbm-industry/ Mon, 26 Jun 2023 16:36:42 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=13833 Playbook developed to equip purchasers to tackle flawed contracting models and lack of competition due to market consolidation  WASHINGTON – June 26, 2023 – High prescription drug costs continue to bankrupt […]

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]]> Addressing Pharmacy Benefit Management Misalignment https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/resources/addressing-pharmacy-benefit-management-misalignment/ Mon, 26 Jun 2023 14:55:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?post_type=resources&p=13814 High prescription drug costs continue to bankrupt families, put financial strain on businesses, and drag down the US economy and pharmacy benefit management plays a significant behind-the-scenes role. To arm […]

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]]> Employer Playbook on Biosimilars https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/resources/employer-playbook-on-biosimilars/ Thu, 02 Mar 2023 21:14:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?post_type=resources&p=8823 Employer and other healthcare purchasers grapple with how best to integrate biologics into health and pharmacy benefit plans. The National Alliance has developed this playbook to provide clear information to […]

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]]> Achieving Value through Health: Latest Evidence on Pharmacogenomics https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/resources/achieving-value-through-health-latest-evidence-on-pharmacogenomics/ Wed, 25 Jan 2023 18:13:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?post_type=resources&p=8777 Pharmacogenomics (PGx) is a core element of precision medicine, reducing the likelihood of adverse drug reactions and optimizing therapeutic efficacy. We will review and discuss the latest evidence on improving outcomes and […]

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]]> Cannabis and the Workplace: A Guidebook for Employers https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/resources/cannabis-and-the-workplace-a-guidebook-for-employers/ Thu, 02 Jun 2022 21:05:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?post_type=resources&p=8906 This guidebook includes the following sections: SECTION 1Background on Cannabis: Legal Issues and Assessing Workplace Useand its Consequences SECTION 2Best Practices and Policies for Cannabis in the Workplace SECTION 3The […]

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]]> New GPBCH Action Brief on Prescription Digital Therapeutics https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/resources/new-gpbch-action-brief-on-prescription-digital-therapeutics/ Mon, 25 Apr 2022 21:19:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?post_type=resources&p=8939 The post New GPBCH Action Brief on Prescription Digital Therapeutics appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Improving Drug Management Employer Biosimilar Strategies https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/resources/improving-drug-management-employer-biosimilar-strategies/ Tue, 22 Mar 2022 21:31:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?post_type=resources&p=8969 This Action Brief helps employers understand and overcome obstacles to biosimilar uptake. Case studies from leading employers illustrate how they are saving millions by transitioning patients to safe and effective […]

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]]> Improving Drug Management Employer Strategies on Biosimilars https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/resources/improving-drug-management-employer-strategies-on-biosimilars/ Mon, 21 Feb 2022 22:41:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?post_type=resources&p=8995 Biosimilars have garnered significant press over the past few years, with a primary focus onsavings for employers. This savings is significant, as increased use of biosimilars will allow fora more […]

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]]> Opportunities in Pharmacy Benefit Management – 2021 PBM REPORT https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/resources/opportunities-in-pharmacy-benefit-management-2021-pbm-report/ Wed, 03 Nov 2021 22:09:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?post_type=resources&p=9062 A group of National Alliance expert advisors collaborated to produce “Opportunities in Pharmacy Benefit Management.” Included is information about:

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]]> Prescription Digital Therapeutics in Behavioral Health https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/resources/prescription-digital-therapeutics-in-behavioral-health/ Fri, 10 Sep 2021 23:07:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?post_type=resources&p=9286 This discussion will review how prescription digital therapeutics (PDTs) is one of the new developments to enhance and fill gaps in behavioral healthcare delivery to improve impact and outcomes.  We will hear […]

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]]> Achieving Value Medical Side of Drug Benefits: A Deep Dive Powered by eValue8 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/resources/achieving-value-medical-side-of-drug-benefits-a-deep-dive-powered-by-evalue8/ Thu, 12 Aug 2021 23:18:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?post_type=resources&p=9312 As the exorbitant cost of specialty drugs continues to dominate healthcare news, most employers are scrutinizing their pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) practices. Still, many purchasers are surprised to learn that […]

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]]> Understanding the spectrum from genomics to precision medicine https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/resources/understanding-the-spectrum-from-genomics-to-precision-medicine/ Thu, 12 Aug 2021 23:16:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?post_type=resources&p=9308 The promise and power of precision (personalized) medicine lies in its ability to guide health care decisions toward the most effective treatment for individual patients, improving care quality, while reducing the […]

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]]> Cannabis: Employer Strategies that Improve Safety and the Health of Your Workforce https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/resources/cannabis-employer-strategies-that-improve-safety-and-the-health-of-your-workforce/ Sat, 27 Feb 2021 17:13:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?post_type=resources&p=9506 The post Cannabis: Employer Strategies that Improve Safety and the Health of Your Workforce appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Findings on the State of the PBM Industry https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/resources/findings-on-the-state-of-the-pbm-industry/ Thu, 10 Dec 2020 17:33:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?post_type=resources&p=9587 This 2020 Report includes a cross-section of PBMs, with large and small, “carve-out” and “carve-in” organizations demonstrating their commitment to transparency by answering questions on their policies and programs. For […]

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]]> Achieving Accountability & Predictability on the MEDICAL SIDE of Drug Benefits https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/resources/achieving-accountability-predictability-on-the-medical-side-of-drug-benefits/ Thu, 05 Nov 2020 17:52:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?post_type=resources&p=9659 The National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions launched a “deep dive” initiative earlier this year focused on the medical side of drug benefits with the intent to support employers in […]

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]]> Producing a Safe and Consistent Cannabis Product https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/resources/producing-a-safe-and-consistent-cannabis-product/ Wed, 22 Jan 2020 23:04:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?post_type=resources&p=9204 The post Producing a Safe and Consistent Cannabis Product appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> NPC Resource Guide for Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions and Employers https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/resources/npc-resource-guide-for-healthcare-purchaser-coalitions-and-employers/ Sat, 21 Dec 2019 22:51:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?post_type=resources&p=9191 The National Pharmaceutical Council (NPC) is very pleased to provide this Resource Guide to healthcare purchaser coalitions and employers. The guide provides information and research in key areas such as […]

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]]> Waste-Free Formulary https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/resources/waste-free-formulary/ Mon, 04 Nov 2019 22:43:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?post_type=resources&p=9179 The post Waste-Free Formulary appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Clinical Brief – Medicinal Uses of Cannabis Derived Products https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/resources/clinical-brief-medicinal-uses-of-cannabis-derived-products/ Wed, 30 Oct 2019 21:38:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?post_type=resources&p=9171 The post Clinical Brief – Medicinal Uses of Cannabis Derived Products appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Getting it Right: A Multi-stakeholder Approach to Precision Medicine https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/resources/getting-it-right-a-multi-stakeholder-approach-to-precision-medicine/ Tue, 23 Jul 2019 21:20:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?post_type=resources&p=9158 Research published in March 2018 estimates non-optimized medication therapy results in 275,689 deaths and costs more than $528 billion per year. Medication errors occur in 3.8 million inpatient and 3.3 […]

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]]> PBMs Protecting Members https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/resources/pbms-protecting-members/ Tue, 12 Mar 2019 14:32:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?post_type=resources&p=8716 PBMs Protecting MembersWorking with your PBM to minimize member risk and cost. Facilitator: Clare Hunter, ArxcelClare is an experienced clinical pharmacist with expertise in navigating the world of prescription benefits […]

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