Reducing Rx Costs with Point-of-Prescribing Tech w/ Arrive Health CEO Kyle Kiser

Send us Fan MailNearly all insured Americans have prescription medication benefits.So why are so many Americans struggling to afford those prescriptions?Shouldn't these benefits cover the cost? In this episode of CareTalk, David Williams speaks with Kyle Kiser, CEO of Arrive Health, to explore the factors driving the disconnect between consumer needs and prescription pricing, and how point-of-prescribing technology can serve as a patient-centered solution. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/caretalk and get on your way to being your best self.As a BetterHelp affiliate, we may receive compensation from BetterHelp if you purchase products or services through the links provided.TOPICS(0:17) Sponsorship(2:01) Why Is Medication Access an Issue?(4:23) What Happened to Affordable Medicine?(5:14) The State of Prior Authorization(7:08) Why Hasn't Electronic Prescribing Solved Consumer Constraints?(8:58) What Is Patient-Centered, Provider-Friendly Tech?(13:18) The Issues with Preferred Pharmacies(15:34) How Have Pharma Support Programs Evolved?(18:12) The Role of Biosimilars in Reducing Prices(19:38) What Should a Patient Know When Dealing with Prescription Costs?🎙️⚕️ABOUT CARETALKCareTalk is a weekly podcast that provides an incisive, no B.S. view of the US healthcare industry. Join co-hosts John Driscoll (President U.S. Healthcare and EVP, Walgreens Boots Alliance) and David Williams (President, Health Business Group) as they debate the latest in US healthcare news, business and policy. 🎙️⚕️ABOUT KYLE KISERKyle Kiser became CEO of Arrive Health in 2021, having previously served as its President and Chief Strategy Officer for over four years. Under his leadership, Arrive Health has built a network of top health systems, health plans, PBMs, and IT vendors to enhance patient access, affordability, and outcomes while minimizing administrative burdens. Before joining Arrive Health, Kyle held senior roles at Welltok, Catapult Health, and Principal Wellness Company.🎙️⚕️ABOUT ARRIVE HEALTHArrive Health is dedicated to improving patient affordability and access to care, and this new brand exemplifies its ambitions and purpose in a more unique way. They are wholly focused on integrating accurate data—encompassing pharmacy, medical benefits, and more—into provider and care team workflows, ensuring that patients receive the highest quality care at the most affordable price. GET IN TOUCHBecome a CareTalk sponsorGuest appearance requestsVisit us on the webSubscribe to the CareTalk NewsletterSupport the show⚙️CareTalk:  Healthcare. Unfiltered. is produced by Grippi Media Digital Marketing Consulting.