Jan 27, 2023
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Top Stories: Optum Rx launches tool for lower-priced generics; Amazon launches medication subscription service
Optum Rx positioned the tool as an enhancement of the company's ability to offer a lower price on generics at about a 90% rate.
Photo: Jeff Lagasse/Healthcare Finance News
Optum Rx is attempting to lower prescription drug prices for members. How is it doing it? We'll delve into that and other news in this week's Top Stories, including Amazon's launch of a generic medication subscription service, and a new accelerator for early-stage technology companies.
For more news and features from Jeff Lagasse, visit Healthcare Finance News.
In this episode:
- Optum Rx launches Price Edge to offer lower prices on generics
- Amazon launches $5 monthly subscription for generic drugs
- UChicago to launch accelerator for AI and data science companies
Talking points:
- Optum Rx, UnitedHealth Group's pharmacy services company, has launched Price Edge, a tool that compares available direct-to-consumer pricing for traditional generic drugs with insurance pricing.
- It's the latest in a suite of products and tools designed to improve the pharmacy experience for consumers and healthcare professionals.
- In its latest dive into healthcare, Amazon is launching a generic medication subscription service through its online pharmacy.
- The University of Chicago has announced the creation of Transform, an accelerator for early-stage technology companies focused on data science and artificial intelligence.
Twitter: @JELagasse
Email the writer: Jeff.Lagasse@himssmedia.com
