Managed prescription programs: integrating retail and mail order services

Article Abstract:

Managed prescription programs that combine both retail and mail order operations are the best solution to control costs for a company. Purchasing drugs via the mail, where prices are already down some 10% to 15%, and in some cases 30%, is a good answer when buying maintenance drugs. Also required for an effective cost containing drug purchasing program is a Drug Utilization Review, which will keep track of drugs bought both via the mail and via retail, watching for 'therapeutic overlaps, duplicate prescriptions and inappropriate drug use.'

Management, Innovations, Medical care, Cost of, Health care costs, Prescription drug plans, Prescription pricing

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Insurance fraud in America: a growing problem for everyone

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The Roper Organization Inc surveyed approximately 2,000 Americans to examine public opinion about acceptable levels of fraudulent behavior and other misrepresentation with respect to workers' compensation, auto insurance, disability and other situations. Survey results indicate that an unexpectedly high percentages of respondents find some kinds and levels of insurance and other fraud to be acceptable. Most people agree fraud exists in significant proportions and feel it must be reduced.

Health insurance, Crime, Public opinion, Insurance fraud

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