More-On PBMs powered by Appro-Rx

Episode 1351 of the Pharmacy Podcast Network podcast, hosted by Pharmacy Podcast Network, titled "More-On PBMs powered by Appro-Rx" was published on June 16, 2021 and runs 24 minutes.

June 16, 2021 ·24m · Pharmacy Podcast Network

Summary

This is the MORE-On PBMs Podcast.  This podcast digs into the dark corners of the unregulated PBM business practices & sets the record straight! This lack of transparency in patients’ drug coverage can interfere with sound medical practice and may lead to delays in and other disruption to necessary medical treatment, thus, the ability of patients and their physicians to have the information and even the latitude they need to make key decisions regarding medication has been hampered by the sort of practices that state legislation of PBMs can properly address. Our host has a family pedigree in Community Pharmacy, PBM practices, and working with employer insurance programs to help millions of people live better lives.  Kyle Fields CEO - Appro-Rx  Kyle has been the owner of Appro-Rx since 2008 and has served as President and COO since 2010 and CEO since 2016. Kyle oversees all aspects of the daily operations at Appro-Rx including sales, plan implementation, call-center operations, member and pharmacy help desk, contract negotiations, client retention and acquisition, government relations, and quality control. Kyle has an extensive background in Insurance and Insurance management, government relations, government finance, and extensive business and contract negotiating experience. Kyle is a former Waynesville City Councilman and was named to the 2014 40 Under 40 of Dayton, Ohio. Kyle has also been featured as a contributor on Squawk Box on CNBC and speaks nationally on all matter pertaining to Pharmacy and Pharmacy Benefit Management. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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