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Pharmacists are more than just the friendly faces behind the pharmacy counter who hand out prescriptions. They play an indispensable role in our healthcare system, bringing a wealth of knowledge and expertise beyond just prescription medications. You may be surprised to discover the various ways your pharmacist can help you that you may not be […]

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Personalized medicine has the potential to revolutionize how we prescribe and use medications. Abarca’s Vice President of Drug Pricing and Network, Nicole Bulochnik, shares the impact this emerging field will have for payers and PBMs: How will personalized medicine change the way we approach pharmacy benefits? Personalized medicine can alter pharmacy benefits in a few […]

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It wasn’t long ago that personalized medicine was thought of as a kind of science fiction–amazing, but unattainable. But now, it is closer to mainstream care than ever. Pharmacogenomics is a major factor in making this possible. Here’s what you need to know: What is pharmacogenomics? Pharmacogenomics is the study of how someone’s genes affect […]

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Picking the right pain reliever for your specific needs can be a challenge. With so many options available on the shelf, it’s no wonder people become confused by all of the different brands, ingredients, and marketing messages that promise to cure your every ailment. Fortunately, we’re here to help you break down the differences between […]

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month, an annual event that seeks to raise awareness about mental health issues and promotes mental health wellness. This year, the Mental Health America (MHA) 2023 Mental Health Month campaign is focused on how our surroundings impact our mental health, calling for individuals to look around and within.  Since 1949, […]

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A pharmacist by training, David Baker, came to Abarca by way of leadership roles at some of the industry’s most recognizable organizations. Here’s what David is watching: Tell us about your background I’ve been fortunate to have a variety of experiences in the managed care pharmacy industry–including at health plans, other PBMs, and solution providers. Each […]

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At Abarca, we approach business like we approach everything: differently. We see a future in which healthcare is seamless and personalized, and we are working every day to make it a reality for the people and organizations we serve. So, what does that mean for health plans? We deliver savings. Leveraging our claims volume and […]

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Over the past couple of weeks, a lot has happened within the insulin drug class.  It started on March 1, when Eli Lilly announced price reductions of 70% on its commonly prescribed insulins and an expansion of its Insulin Value Program that caps out-of-pocket costs at $35 per month.  Then, last week, Novo Nordisk and […]

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Personalized medicine, therapies that are customized based on patients’ genetic and molecular makeup, is expected to improve outcomes and help direct patients away from therapies that don’t work for particular patients. The promise has been value-based care that is aligned with the Triple Aim: improving the patient experience, improving population health, and reducing costs. But […]

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