The pharmacy industry has undergone significant transformations over the years, particularly with the rise of specialty medications. This has accentuated the distinction between traditional and specialized treatments. Specialty pharmacy now encompasses both traditional and specialty drugs as well as medical procedures such as cancer infusions, multiple sclerosis treatments, and gene therapies. Understanding and managing the medical side of specialty drugs is crucial, as 40–50% of these expenditures are on the medical benefit. Recently, the Optum Health and Optum Rx product teams were consulted to assess some of the key themes impacting the specialty pharmacy space today and explore what health plans can do to prepare for the future.
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