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Health plans that choose to contract with external organizations for pharmacy services typically contract with pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs). Functions that a PBM typically performs for a health plan include
Managing the costs of prescription drugs
Promoting efficient and safe drug use
Determining the health plan's internal management responsibilities for pharmacy services
Suggested Answer: B
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25 comments · newest first
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Sylvia
22 days ago
A is definitely the most comprehensive choice.
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Magnolia
27 days ago
D seems too limited. PBMs do more than just one function.
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Dana
1 month ago
I feel like C misses the cost aspect.
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Shawnee
1 month ago
A covers everything. Can't ignore any function.
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Harley
1 month ago
But what about internal management? That's important too!
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Alisha
2 months ago
I lean towards B. Cost management and safety are key.
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Dick
2 months ago
Agreed! They manage costs and promote safe use.
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Erasmo
2 months ago
I think the answer is A. PBMs do all those things.
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Beckie
2 months ago
I’m with A as well. Comprehensive approach is needed.
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Maryrose
2 months ago
Definitely A. They play a crucial role in all aspects.
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Gary
2 months ago
I feel like D is too limited. PBMs do more than just cost management.
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Joana
3 months ago
A covers everything. Can't ignore any of those functions!
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Jesusa
3 months ago
But C makes sense too. Internal management is important.
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Jackie
3 months ago
I lean towards B. Cost management and drug use are key.
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My
3 months ago
Agreed! They manage costs and promote safe use.
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Chu
3 months ago
I think the answer is A. PBMs do all those things.
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Amie
3 months ago
Not sure about that, I thought they only focused on cost management.
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Buddy
4 months ago
Definitely A, they cover all bases!
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Roslyn
4 months ago
Wait, can they really determine internal management? Seems off.
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Blossom
4 months ago
I think it's A, they do all those things.
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Theron
4 months ago
PBMs really do manage drug costs and promote safe use.
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Amber
4 months ago
I’m leaning towards A) All of the above, but I’m a bit uncertain about the internal management part.
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Augustine
6 months ago
This question feels familiar; I think I saw something similar where PBMs were discussed in terms of cost management and efficiency.
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Clemencia
6 months ago
I think they definitely promote safe drug use and manage costs, but I can't recall if they determine internal responsibilities.
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Johnetta
6 months ago
I remember PBMs managing drug costs, but I'm not sure if they handle internal management responsibilities too.