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Forces framing the future

August 30th, 2024 by

The PBM industry is experiencing a confluence of technological, regulatory, and marketplace changes.  For many, this is both welcome and overdue. Organizations now have the opportunity to seize on this moment to spur an evolution in healthcare that will provide a better experience for everyone. To harness this momentum, organizations should: Embrace advanced technology. For […]

From preparing prescriptions to driving health outcomes: Evolving the role of pharmacies

August 28th, 2024 by

In the minds of many consumers, the role of pharmacists has long been confined to filling prescriptions. Thankfully, that overly simplistic view is changing and pharmacists are finally being recognized for their potential to make a larger impact.  During the height of the pandemic, pharmacists made immeasurable contributions by administering COVID vaccines and other immunizations. […]

Ana C. Rivera named 2024 Emerging Leader in Healthcare

August 26th, 2024 by

We are thrilled to announce that Ana C. Rivera, VP of Legal & Compliance at Abarca, has been named as a 2024 Emerging Leader in Healthcare by Managed Healthcare Executive® (MHE).   Ana has built her career on her passion for affordable and accessible healthcare services. Since her first role supporting Medicaid populations, Ana has […]

The Virtual PBM Revolution: Transforming Healthcare Delivery

August 13th, 2024 by

In the rapidly evolving landscape of healthcare, the emergence of Virtual Pharmacy Benefit Managers represents a significant shift towards more dynamic and patient-centric service models. This evolution is reshaping how healthcare delivery and pharmacy services are managed, making them more accessible and efficient. For CEOs and industry leaders, understanding and leveraging the capabilities of Virtual […]

Election Year 2024: What It Means for Healthcare Policy and Pharmaceutical Pricing

July 1st, 2024 by

The 2024 U.S. presidential election is set to have profound implications on healthcare policy and pharmaceutical pricing, issues that are central to the agendas of major political candidates. With healthcare consistently ranking as a top concern for voters, the outcomes of this election could lead to significant shifts in policy, impacting everything from drug prices […]

Oasis Hidden Gems: Top 5 Coolest Secret Spots in the Neighborhood

June 13th, 2024 by

From great food, historical buildings, and urban art like nowhere else in Puerto Rico, Santurce has it all, and Abarcans are proud to call it home. We took you through some of the best spots to grab a bite, but now we want to take you even deeper into the rich well of experiences Santurce […]

Endeavor Names Jason Borschow, Abarca CEO, as part of the 2024 Outliers Class of Global Entrepreneurs

May 16th, 2024 by

The 2024 Outliers Class of Endeavor Entrepreneurs marks a significant milestone, including 400 entrepreneurs hailing from 226 companies. New York, NY — Endeavor Global, the leading global community of high-impact entrepreneurs, announces the selection of Jason Borschow, Founder and CEO of Abarca, as part of the 2024 Outliers Class of Global Entrepreneurs. This recognition underscores […]

Abarca Achieves HITRUST Essentials, 1-year (e1) Certification Demonstrating Foundational Cybersecurity

April 26th, 2024 by

HITRUST Essentials, 1-year (e1) Certification validates Abarca is committed to foundational cybersecurity controls and information risk management. Today, we are so excited and proud to announce that our pharmacy benefits management system has earned certified status by HITRUST for foundational cybersecurity. HITRUST Essentials, 1-year (e1) Certification demonstrates that Abarca’s pharmacy benefits management system is focused […]

Abarca Forward forges strategies for adopting AI and transformative models in healthcare

April 4th, 2024 by

Healthcare and technology leaders discussed and debated necessary changes for industry evolution, including the role of pharmacies, GLP-1s, and price transparency. San Juan, P.R. — Abarca, a pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) transforming the industry with a new approach to technology and business practices, brought healthcare and technology leaders together at the third annual Abarca Forward […]

Meet an Abarcan: Sonymarie Socarrás, SVP, Strategy to Execution

April 2nd, 2024 by

At Abarca, we’re on a mission to make healthcare seamless and personalized for everyone – and that starts with our employees. We spoke to Sonymarie Socarrás about how the Strategy to Execution team is making project management and process improvement more tailored and effective. Seamless and personalized healthcare starts at home. How does your team […]