Pharmacy benefit managers find savings in California drug costs. Don’t tie their hands

Pharmacy benefit managers find savings in California drug costs. Don’t tie their hands

Pharmacy benefit managers play a pivotal role in negotiating the prices for prescription drugs, but many officials believe their tactics warrant reform. Below, a pharmacist says California lawmakers should proceed with caution as they consider new restrictions. The opposing view: A community pharmacy owner argues these middlemen need to be reined in. Guest Commentary written by Christina Patel Christina Patel is the lead pharmacist at CVS Spec…