November 5, 2012
Milestones for a Healthier Hispanic Community
One million is an impressive number even by today’s inflated standards. So I am proud to tell the world that in just eight months since its launch, the Univision Farmacia prescription savings card has reached a significant milestone of saving our members more than $1,000,000 on their medications...[Read More]
July 9, 2012
Ohio’s Best Rx Card now provides savings to all Ohioans, regardless of income
All Ohio residents are eligible for savings on prescription drugs
Columbus & Twinsburg, OH – Ohio’s Best Rx, a free, state-endorsed prescription drug discount program available to seniors
and other qualifying low-income families and individuals since 2004, has expanded and is now available to all Ohio...[Read More]
March 1, 2012
El Dorado County Announces El Dorado Best Rx Savings Program for All Residents
~ All El Dorado County residents can participate regardless of age, income status ~
PLACERVILLE – El Dorado County today announced the El Dorado Best Rx Savings Program available free to all county residents, as well as residents of the Sacramento region. By using the card, residents will be able to save up to 75% off generic medications...[Read More]
November 1, 2011
SPOTLIGHT ON HEALTH CARE
Health Insurance Success
America's health system is due for a checkup--but it doesn't have to be expensive. Encouraging transparency and cooperation between state governments, unions and business provides instant results...[Read More]
August 18, 2011
Sacramento County Announces Sac Best Rx Savings Program for All Residents
~ All Sacramento County residents can participate regardless of age, income status ~
SACRAMENTO – Sacramento County today announced the Sac Best Rx Savings Program available free to all County residents, as well as residents of the Sacramento River Valley...[Read More]
April 6, 2010
Governor Crist Announces Expansion of Florida Discount Drug Card Access to All Florida Residents
~ All Florida residents eligible regardless of age, income status ~
TALLAHASSEE – Governor Charlie Crist today announced the Florida Discount Drug Card, initially offered to qualifying seniors or low-income families and individuals beginning in December 2007, is now available to all Florida residents. Florida residents who meet the original qualifying criteria...[Read More]
February 5, 2010
PRESCRIPTION SAVINGS PROGRAM FOR HIALEAH RESIDENTS
Hialeah, Florida – Mayor Julio Robaina and the esteemed City Council, will launch a prescription-drug discount program on Wednesday, February 10, 2010 at various public city facilities. The City of Hialeah has partnered with Envision Pharmaceutical Services...[Read More]
February 5, 2010
Drug Benefit News
Report: PBMs Could Improve Specialty Pharmacy, Disease Management Services
While many plan sponsors say they are satisfied overall with their PBM, there are still a few areas that could use some improvement, according to a recent Pharmacy Benefit Management Institute (PBMI) report. PBMs could shore up...[Read More]
November 5, 2009
Prescription drug cards available in Utica, NYM
UTICA, November 5, 2009 -- Two local mayors have implemented a program they say will make prescription drugs more affordable in their respective municipalities...[Read More]
November 4, 2009
Roefaro and Maciol lowering the cost for prescription drugs in Utica and New York Mills
City of Utica Mayor David Roefaro and Village of New York Mills Mayor Robert Maciol announced today that they have secured the rights to a national prescription...[Read More]
September 1, 2009
L.A. mayor launches prescription discounts for residents
The city has contracted with Envision Pharmaceutical Services, which will negotiate with drug companies to obtain lower prices for residents who carry discount cards.
Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa launched a prescription-drug discount program for city residents Monday, following up on a campaign promise he made five years ago while running for mayor...[Read More]
February 5, 2009
Trends of the Month
PBMs Earn Highest Ratings From Employers
Employers gave their PBMs the highest marks ever for overall service and performance. Satisfaction ratings for 2008 averaged 8 on a 10-point scale, up from 7.9 in 2007 and 7.8 in 2006. PBMs that provided the greatest degree of financial transparency and the most aggressive intervention...[Read More]
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