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How do PBMs impact pharmacists?
Limited Network Access: Some PBMs create exclusive networks of pharmacies, limiting patient choice and potentially reducing business for independent pharmacies that may not be included in these networks. This can negatively impact the viability of independent pharmacies.
Below-Cost Reimbursements: PBMs negotiate reimbursement rates with pharmacies for dispensing medications. These rates can be low, leading to financial challenges for pharmacies. Some pharmacists argue that inadequate reimbursement rates make it difficult for them to cover their operational costs and maintain a sustainable business.
Lack of Transparency: PBMs' pricing and rebate structures are complex and opaque, making it challenging for pharmacists to understand how reimbursement rates are determined and leading to difficulties in predicting revenue.
Prior Authorization and Administrative Burden: PBMs often require pharmacists to obtain prior authorization for certain medications, which can be time-consuming and administratively burdensome. These requirements may delay patient access to necessary medications and increase their workload.
Clawbacks: PBMs engage in a practice known as "clawbacks." This occurs when a PBM retroactively reduces the amount paid to a pharmacy for a prescription, often without clear communication or justification. Pharmacies find themselves having to return money to the PBM after a transaction has already occurred.
PBM-Owned Pharmacies: Some PBMs are associated with or owned by large pharmacy chains or retail corporations. This vertical integration can create conflicts of interest, as PBMs may prioritize their affiliated pharmacies over independent or smaller chains. This can lead to an uneven playing field in the pharmacy industry.
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Have you been impacted by PBMs’ below-cost reimbursements and deceptive practices? We want to hear from you as we cater our mission to support Missourians needs.