Pharmacy Benefit Managers: A Model for Medicare?

Authors

Veronica V. Goff

Document Type

Issue Brief

Publication Date

7-9-2001

Abstract

This issue brief uses large-employer experiences with pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) to shed light on their potential as Medicare outpatient drug benefit administrators. PBM management techniques are discussed, as well as employer perspectives on PBM strengths and weaknesses and lessons learned. Considerations for Medicare policy are also examined. The brief built on a previous NHPF issue brief entitled The ABCs of PBMs.

Comments

Issue brief no. 765

Recommended Citation

Goff, Veronica V., "Pharmacy Benefit Managers: A Model for Medicare?" (2001). National Health Policy Forum. Paper 79.
https://hsrc.himmelfarb.gwu.edu/sphhs_centers_nhpf/79

Open Access

yes