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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 […]

A better way to manage M3P

August 1st, 2024 by

Under the CMS Medicare Prescription Payment Plan (M3P), beginning CY 2025, all Medicare Part D plans must offer enrollees the option to spread out their out-of-pocket (OOP) prescription drug costs over the plan year, rather than pay at the point of sale. Among other goals, this initiative aims to: Relieve financial burdens: Under M3P, OOP […]

Enhancing Pharmacy Benefit Management through Interoperability: A Virtual PBM Model

July 25th, 2024 by

Take a look at our exclusive webinar “Enhancing Pharmacy Benefit Management through Interoperability: A Virtual PBM Model”. Presented by Abarca Health in partnership with Surescripts, this 30-minute webinar will explore and discuss the following topics: An overview of interoperability and the important role it plays in effective Pharmacy Benefit Management. Abarca’s Virtual PBM Model and […]

The Rise of Biosimilars: Navigating the Future of Healthcare

July 5th, 2024 by

The healthcare landscape is witnessing a transformative shift with the rise of biosimilars, which are poised to redefine affordability, access, and innovation in medical treatments. As these alternatives to well-known biologic drugs gain traction, they bring both opportunities and challenges that healthcare stakeholders must navigate.   What Are Biosimilars? Let’s take a second to catch […]

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 […]

Evolving PBM Regulations: Navigating Changes in Pharmacy Practices

June 19th, 2024 by

In the rapidly transforming world of Pharmacy Benefit Management (PBM), staying ahead means embracing innovation and change. This was vividly underscored at the recent Abarca Forward 2024 event, where industry leaders convened to discuss the future of healthcare and the pivotal role of PBMs. Here’s how these insights can guide us in navigating the shifting […]

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 […]