Are Market Checks Worth It for Your Pharmacy Benefit? August 2025At Crystal Clear Rx, we talk with plan sponsors every day who feel uncertain about what they’re actually paying for when it comes to their pharmacy benefit. Costs are rising, utilization is shifting, and...
What the Arkansas PBM Ownership Ban Means for Plan Sponsors July 2025The battle unfolding in Arkansas between two of the country’s largest PBMs, Express Scripts and CVS Caremark, and the state government is more than pharmacy ownership. It is about transparency,...
FTC Complaint Against the Three Largest Pharmacy Benefit Managers September 2024The recent Federal Trade Commission (FTC) complaint against the three largest pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) has brought critical issues surrounding insulin pricing and patient access to...
Managing the Costs of GLP-1 Drugs: A Strategic Approach June 2024At Crystal Clear Rx (CCRx), we understand that the rising popularity and costs of GLP-1 drugs have raised many questions and concerns. We aim to provide clarity and guidance on managing these expenses...
What Is The Right Copay Strategy? January 2024Crystal Clear Rx clients know that effectively managing the pharmacy benefit involves more than just PBM pricing. Utilization, Drug Mix, and Plan Design also impact the amount of money the Plan spends on their pharmacy...
The “Skinny” on Weight Loss Drugs November 2023A lot of attention has been given lately to a new class of drugs called GLP-1’s. These drugs are increasingly being prescribed for type 2 diabetes and weight loss. Most Crystal Clear Rx clients cover these drugs for...
