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MAY 9, 2022

Informa Connect’s Hub and Specialty Pharmacy Models East. June 28-30, 2022 | Sheraton Parsippany | Parsippany, NJ www.informaconnect.com/hub-specialty-pharmacy. Attorney’s Office, District of New Jersey Lauren Powell, MPA, PhD, Vice President, US Health Equity & Community Wellness, Takeda Pharmaceuticals PLUS! Attorney, U.S.

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

For 2024, payers report that specialty pharmacies—via white and clear bagging—have displaced buy-and-bill for a meaningful share of commercial covered lives utilizing provider-administered oncology drugs. Read more » © 2006-2024 HMP Omnimedia, LLC d/b/a Drug Channels Institute , an HMP Global Company. All rights reserved.

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MARCH 14, 2022

Asembia’s Specialty Pharmacy Summit 2022. Asembia's Specialty Pharmacy Summit 2022 is back! This is a must-attend event for anyone connected to specialty pharmacy. Plus, Doug Long from IQVIA and I will again lead the Featured Session, titled The Specialty Pharmacy Industry Update and Outlook. Gottlieb’s excellent book.

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APRIL 8, 2024

We intend to bring together people from the entire drug channel: pharmaceutical manufacturers, pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), health plans, insurers, and plan sponsors, wholesalers and distributors, pharmacies, providers, buying groups, government officials, and more. We will also have a very limited number of sponsors.

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OCTOBER 2, 2023

This week, I’m rerunning some popular posts while I put the finishing touches on DCI's new 2023-24 Economic Report on Pharmaceutical Wholesalers and Specialty Distributors. Read more » Copyright © 2006-2023 Pembroke Consulting, Inc. Click here to see the original post from May 2023. d/b/a Drug Channels Institute.

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JULY 16, 2024

Last week, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) released its interim report on pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs). The report’s unsubtle subtitle revealed how the agency views PBMs: The Powerful Middlemen Inflating Drug Costs and Squeezing Main Street Pharmacies. Pharmacies and Pharmacy Benefit Managers. All rights reserved.

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

In 2022, specialty pharmacies—via white, brown, and clear bagging—now constitute a meaningful share of the distribution channels for provider-administered oncology drugs. Read more » Copyright © 2006-2022 Pembroke Consulting, Inc. However, buy-and-bill appears to have rebounded substantially at hospitals.

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OCTOBER 3, 2023

This week, I’m rerunning some popular posts while I put the finishing touches on our new 2023-24 Economic Report on Pharmaceutical Wholesalers and Specialty Distributors. Read more » Copyright © 2006-2023 Pembroke Consulting, Inc. This month, nine biosimilar versions of adalimumab launched in the U.S. Will payers let Humira go?

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AUGUST 8, 2023

on the overall market, explained channel distortions from 340B contract pharmacies, and offered some policy recommendations. Read more » Copyright © 2006-2023 Pembroke Consulting, Inc. Click here to read the full letter. I submitted a 14-page letter, which you can read below. I shared my $0.02 How could I not?

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MAY 21, 2024

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN The federal 340B Drug Pricing Program continues to grow much more quickly than the overall pharmaceutical market. DCI estimates that 340B discounts equated to more than 17% of total value of gross-to-net reductions for brand-name pharmaceuticals. Pharmacies and Pharmacy Benefit Managers.

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MAY 24, 2023

In recent years, each of these companies has launched new group purchasing organizations (GPOs) to further consolidate the number of covered lives in rebate negotiations with pharmaceutical manufacturers. Read more » Copyright © 2006-2023 Pembroke Consulting, Inc. to 1:30 p.m. Click here to learn more and register.

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APRIL 8, 2022

Michael discusses patient support challenges that are unique to specialty-lite pharmaceuticals. He goes on to describe four new categories of patient solutions and pharmacy models specific to this growing market segment. Read more » Copyright © 2006-2022 Pembroke Consulting, Inc. Read on for Michael’s insights.

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SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

This week, I’m rerunning some popular posts while I work on the forthcoming 2020-21 Economic Report on Pharmaceutical Wholesalers and Specialty Distributors. I'm rerunning this post to provide context for manufacturers' recent actions regarding 340B contract pharmacies. per 3 mL pen or $0.10 per 10 mL vial.

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JUNE 1, 2020

Like many of you, I was disappointed that Asembia had to cancel its 2020 Specialty Pharmacy Summit. You can view them for FREE if your registration to the 2020 Specialty Pharmacy Summit was transferred to the 2021 Summit. Click here to register for access to Asembia’s Specialty Pharmacy Summit Virtual Experience.

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DECEMBER 13, 2023

For 2023, specialty pharmacies—via white, brown, and clear bagging—retained a meaningful share of the distribution channels for provider-administered oncology drugs. Read more » Copyright © 2006-2023 Pembroke Consulting, Inc. Click here to see the original post from September 2023. d/b/a Drug Channels Institute.

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

For 2023, specialty pharmacies—via white, brown, and clear bagging—retained a meaningful share of the distribution channels for provider-administered oncology drugs. Read more » Copyright © 2006-2023 Pembroke Consulting, Inc. Time for our annual update on the channels for provider-administered drugs. d/b/a Drug Channels Institute.

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OCTOBER 10, 2023

I am pleased to announce our new 2023–24 Economic Report on Pharmaceutical Wholesalers and Specialty Distributors , available for purchase and immediate download. pharmaceutical distribution industry. we analyze the IRA’s likely consequences for wholesalers and the overall pharmaceutical business. and Section 6.4.3.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

On October 10, 2023, Drug Channels Institute will release 2023-24 Economic Report on Pharmaceutical Wholesalers and Specialty Distributors. pharmaceutical distribution industry. Copyright © 2006-2023 Pembroke Consulting, Inc. Click here to email us if you would like to pay by corporate purchase order or check.

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OCTOBER 11, 2022

I am pleased to announce our new 2022–23 Economic Report on Pharmaceutical Wholesalers and Specialty Distributors , available for purchase and immediate download. pharmaceutical distribution industry. examines how the Inflation Reduction Act could ultimately impact pharmaceutical wholesalers’ customers and business outlook.

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JULY 29, 2022

Note that the forecasts below did not account for policy changes that could further reduce pharmaceuticals' share of U.S. As you will see below, outpatient prescription drugs dispensed by retail and mail pharmacies are projected to remain a small share (8.4%) of total U.S. healthcare spending. spending on healthcare.

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APRIL 21, 2022

Pharmacy Distribution and Reimbursement System for Patient-Administered, Outpatient Brand-name Drugs. This post is adapted from Chapter 3 of our new 2021–22 Economic Report on Pharmaceutical Wholesalers and Specialty Distributors. Read more » Copyright © 2006-2022 Pembroke Consulting, Inc. d/b/a Drug Channels Institute.

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OCTOBER 25, 2021

Pharmacy Distribution and Reimbursement System for Patient-Administered, Outpatient Brand-name Drugs. This post is adapted from Chapter 3 of our new 2021–22 Economic Report on Pharmaceutical Wholesalers and Specialty Distributors. Read more » Copyright © 2006-2021 Pembroke Consulting, Inc. d/b/a Drug Channels Institute.

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APRIL 12, 2022

As you will see below, outpatient prescription drugs dispensed by retail and mail pharmacies are projected to remain a small share (8.4%) of total U.S. Thus, the government actuaries expect that pharmaceuticals will not be the key driver of U.S. Read more » Copyright © 2006-2022 Pembroke Consulting, Inc. healthcare spending.

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OCTOBER 27, 2021

Recent posts have covered: Walgreens’ new direction; controversary over independent pharmacy counting; insurer consolidation; retail pharmacy M&A; drug pricing policy; Prime Therapeutics; 340B contract pharmacy litigation; pharmaceutical antitrust; oncology care model; and Peter Bach’s nuptials.

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OCTOBER 5, 2021

I am pleased to announce our new 2021–22 Economic Report on Pharmaceutical Wholesalers and Specialty Distributors , available for purchase and immediate download. pharmaceutical distribution industry. Copyright © 2006-2021 Pembroke Consulting, Inc. So, you can find out what your customers, partners, and competitors are reading.

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OCTOBER 1, 2024

This week, I’m rerunning some popular posts while we put the finishing touches on DCI’s new 2024-25 Economic Report on Pharmaceutical Wholesalers and Specialty Distributors. Last week, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) released the redacted version of administrative complaint against the three largest pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs).

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OCTOBER 23, 2023

A program driven by market dynamics and led by champions of channel strategy, join now to master the complexities of pharmacy and distribution models to accelerate market access –It's all happening December 11-13, 2023. Copyright © 2006-2023 Pembroke Consulting, Inc. What can you expect? Drug Channels, or any of its employees.

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JULY 20, 2021

The 340B Drug Pricing Program continues to expand far more quickly than the overall pharmaceutical market—and some channels are benefiting more than others. As you will see below, mail and specialty pharmacies’ purchases of products that are eligible for 340B discounts have grown by an incredible 56% per year since 2017.

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JULY 29, 2020

My recent tweets have highlighted: VC’s pharmacy love, physicians’ biosimilar concerns, drug trend in workers’ comp, copay accumulator news, the outlook for insurance costs, remdesivir pricing, Philly pharmacies, how paid parking boosts telemedicine, and more. Read more » Copyright © 2006-2020 Pembroke Consulting, Inc.

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

This important event convenes key stakeholders including manufacturers, specialty pharmacies, hubs, payers, PBMs, physicians and more to explore strategies for developing and integrating hub programs and other patient-centric services to ensure product access and optimal reimbursement. Copyright © 2006-2020 Pembroke Consulting, Inc.

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

This week, I’m rerunning some popular posts while I work on the forthcoming 2020-21 Economic Report on Pharmaceutical Wholesalers and Specialty Distributors. This final rule permits insurers to exclude the value of a pharmaceutical manufacturer’s copay support program from a patient’s annual deductible and out-of-pocket maximum obligations.

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MAY 19, 2020

This final rule permits insurers to exclude the value of a pharmaceutical manufacturer’s copay support program from a patient’s annual deductible and out-of-pocket maximum obligations. Translation: CMS has confirmed that insurers have the option to use copay accumulator adjustment for their pharmacy benefit programs.

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OCTOBER 13, 2020

I am pleased to announce our new 2020–21 Economic Report on Pharmaceutical Wholesalers and Specialty Distributors , available for purchase and immediate download. The 2020–21 Economic Report on Pharmaceutical Wholesalers and Specialty Distributors is the only resource of its kind available anywhere. healthcare system.

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NOVEMBER 8, 2020

Copyright © 2006-2020 Pembroke Consulting, Inc. Stuart Parker, Senior Director, Trade Relations, Mayne Pharma And more! Other restrictions may apply. The content of Sponsored Posts does not necessarily reflect the views of Pembroke Consulting, Inc., Drug Channels, or any of its employees. d/b/a Drug Channels Institute.

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OCTOBER 19, 2020

Channel Strategy for First Medical Product – A Look at Channel Considerations for Pharmacy vs. Medical Plus – Tailored Track Options Based on Company Size : Emerging/Small Companies – Infrastructure Set-Up, License Procurement and 3PL Contracting Mid-Large Companies – How Do I Think About My Portfolio Differently Based on Product Type?

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DECEMBER 16, 2021

In Cardinal’s 2021 fiscal year, CVS purchased more than $42 billion in pharmaceuticals from the wholesaler—about double the figure from 10 years ago. The two wholesalers sell more than $90 billion in pharmaceuticals to CVS Health—making it the largest U.S. Read more » Copyright © 2006-2021 Pembroke Consulting, Inc.

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

In Cardinal’s 2021 fiscal year, CVS purchased more than $42 billion in pharmaceuticals from the wholesaler—about double the figure from 10 years ago. The two wholesalers sell more than $90 billion in pharmaceuticals to CVS Health—making it the largest U.S. Read more » Copyright © 2006-2021 Pembroke Consulting, Inc. to 1:30 p.m.

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