Walmart increases wages for pharmacy workers, with certain positions not needing a college degree.
Walmart Raises Wages for Pharmacy Technicians Walmart is increasing pay for pharmacy technicians, introducing 3,000 new leadership roles with hourly wages reaching up to $40.50, many of which don’t even need a college degree. This Arkansas-based retail behemoth, which recently saw its market value soar past $1 trillion, employs around 35,000 pharmacy technicians and 15,000 […]
Pharmacy copayments eliminated for TRICARE Prime Remote members in the US starting February 28, 2026.
Changes to TRICARE Pharmacy Copays Falls Church, Virginia – If you’re a family member enrolled in TRICARE Prime Remote and living in the U.S., there’s some good news: starting February 28, 2026, you won’t have to pay copays when filling covered prescriptions. This applies to both retail network pharmacies and TRICARE Pharmacy Home Delivery. It’s […]
Trump administration aims to address pharmacy benefit manager kickbacks to reduce drug prices
The Trump administration announced plans to phase out rebates involving pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) in an effort to lower health insurance costs for Americans. This initiative, referred to as the Great Healthcare Plan, is geared towards reducing both drug prices and premiums while holding major insurance companies accountable and promoting price transparency. President Trump recently […]
Missouri AG alleges that pharmacy benefit managers are involved in an insulin pricing plot.
Missouri Attorney General Files Lawsuit Against Drug Companies JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Missouri’s Attorney General Kathleen Hannaway announced on Thursday that her office has taken legal action against over a dozen pharmacy benefit management and pharmaceutical companies operating in the state. In her statement, Hannaway expressed the need to confront the rising costs of healthcare, […]
Pharmacy benefit managers gain advantages while we cover the expenses.
Local Business Impacted by Large Chain Acquisition You might have heard this kind of story before. A long-standing family-run business, beloved in the community, is shutting down after being bought by a big national retailer. These large chains, bolstered by significant market shares and favorable regulations from the federal government, tend to squeeze out smaller […]
West Virginia takes legal action against United HealthGroup’s pharmacy benefit manager regarding opioid sales.
West Virginia Takes Legal Action Against Optum Over Opioid Crisis West Virginia has filed a federal lawsuit against United Health Group Inc., claiming its pharmacy benefit management subsidiary, Optum, has contributed to the state’s opioid epidemic. The lawsuit, brought forth on Monday, alleges that Optum has oversaturated communities with addictive painkillers. Attorney General J.B. McCaskey […]
Cigna’s Pharmacy Model Without Rebates: Three Key Points About Its New Effort to Address the Gross-to-Net Gap
On Monday, Cigna revealed a significant shift in its approach to pharmacy benefits, opting to eliminate traditional manufacturer rebates. Instead, they will adopt a “rebate-free” strategy, featuring a point-of-sale (POS) rebate system coupled with a cost-plus reimbursement model for pharmacies. This change is meant to benefit patients by extending the savings that pharmacy benefit managers […]
Pharmacy owner in New Jersey confesses to cheating Medicare and Medicaid out of $175K
Pharmacy Owner Pleads Guilty to Health Care Fraud The proprietor of a specialty pharmacy in Linden has confessed to orchestrating a scheme that defrauded Medicare and Medicaid out of more than $175,000. Thomas Conzo, 49, from Staten Island, New York, entered a guilty plea related to health care fraud, as confirmed by officials from the […]
Fashion enthusiasts are flocking to a New York City pharmacy to grab Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy’s sought-after, iconic headband.
Carolyn Bessett Kennedy’s legacy continues to influence fashion nearly 30 years after her tragic passing in a plane crash. Known for her elegant yet understated style, she’s left behind a mark that resonates even today. One standout item from her wardrobe is a $36, ¾-inch tortoiseshell headband by French brand Charles J. Wahba. This piece […]
Pharmacy intermediaries are not to blame for issues in health care — the federal government is responsible.
Rethinking Government’s Role in Healthcare Reform It’s time to stop pretending that the same government which contributed to the mess can fix the healthcare system. For many years, Americans have dealt with increasing healthcare costs, dwindling access, and a growing sense of frustration. Recently, various stakeholders, including some senators, the Federal Trade Commission, and certain […]