Access, Affordability, and Outcomes: The Value of Managed Care Pharmacy (2024)

For the second year, Heather Bates and Susanna Leaf authored this report, which aims to define and explore the managed care pharmacy industry, highlighting challenges and opportunities it faces.

This report provides clarity on the fundamental concepts of managed care pharmacy. It explores how professionals in this field work diligently to facilitate appropriate access to prescription treatments while remaining mindful of rising costs. The authors discuss key areas of focus such as:

• Pharmacy benefit design and implementation
• Formulary and medication utilization management
• Clinical programs
• Quality and safety program management
• Promoting affordability