Report
3 new drugs are coming for rare and chronic conditions
This edition of Notable New Drugs includes new treatments for high cholesterol, excessive daytime sleepiness and autoimmune disease that offer promising results and improved competition.
Video
How do pharmacy benefit managers work?
Hear how PBMs negotiate to deliver the lowest possible cost, benefiting plan sponsors and members alike.
White paper
4 myths: Carving out specialty pharmacy
We examine the impact of carve-out approaches, how these carve-outs work against patient experience and clinical value, and how the integrated Optum Rx approach works better for all stakeholders.
Article
3 strategies to control pharmacy spend
See the critical products our clients use to manage drug spend and improve outcomes.
Article
Insights on GLP-1s: Costs and coverage
Balancing the risks and the benefits of GLP-1 drugs.
Article
Pivotal momentum in women’s health benefits
From fertility to menopause, smarter women's health benefits drive retention, reduce costs and support evolving workforce needs.
Article
Biosimilars: Hard to make but lower costs
Biosimilars compete with expensive biologic drugs by offering the same safety and effectiveness, but at a lower cost.
Article
How to manage medication overload
Hear from a leader's perspective on how to manage polypharmacy.
Article
Small price hikes make for big drug prices
We know about the high prices for new drugs, but drug companies make most of their money from repeated small price increases on older drugs.
Video
Optum Rx customer obsession
Watch how one Optum Rx employee made the system work better for everyone.
Video
Creating a better pharmacy experience
We’re committed to a expertly designed member experience built on affordability, accessibility and compassionate support from knowledgeable benefit experts.
Article
Optum Rx is reinventing the PBM model
Fixed pricing, predictability and real-time visibility into medication costs are the core of the new Optum Rx PBM model.
Article
The impact of AI on today's pharmacy benefits
In our latest podcast, two AI experts discuss how Optum Rx is leveraging artificial intelligence while prioritizing privacy and security.
Article
Specialty drugs: Not just set and forget?
For optimizing specialty drug therapy, monitoring patients throughout their care is key to cost-effective use of high-cost drugs.
Article
5 questions executives are asking about AI in pharmacy benefits
Discover the unique challenges and responsibilities of introducing AI into pharmacy benefit solutions.
Article
Taking the paper out of member communications
Discover how digital communications can increase member engagement and lower the cost of care.
Podcast
Pharmacy Insights Podcast
Listen to our resident experts discuss critical industry challenges and the solutions you need to control rising drug costs.
White paper
Smart formulary management
Develop and manage formularies that bring clinical and financial value.
Article
Transforming the pharmacy member experience with AI
Our AI technology proactively identifies and solves issues – before members even realize there’s a problem.
Article
Top 5 ways Optum Rx is putting AI into action
See how we’re using AI to make pharmacy care faster, more personalized and proactive.
Article
Transform your pharmacy benefits with end-to-end transparency
Learn 8 ways that plan sponsors can benefit from a comprehensive approach to transparency and accountability.
White paper
Unpacking recent federal actions on GLP-1s
Evolving federal policy on popular weight loss medications introduces additional cost and coverage uncertainties.
Article
GLP-1s: Real-life wonder drugs?
Hundreds of clinical trials are vetting GLP-1s to treat everything from Alzheimer’s to arthritis. The question is: How will we afford it?
Article
Is your PBM delivering the best value? 4 key questions to ask
See if your PBM is giving you the tools and guidance you need to balance savings with improved outcomes.
Report
First oral GLP-1 drug for weight loss
Explore 3 new drugs for chronic conditions including obesity, severe asthma and hives (also known as urticaria).
Video
Delivering better value for our plan sponsors
We partner with you to determine which solutions – designed to ease rising drug costs and support better health outcomes – best match your pharmacy needs.
Article
Pharmacy benefit management solutions, built for you
Clear pricing. Aligned scale. Actionable insights — helping you make smarter decisions, faster.
Report
First once-weekly insulin for type 2 diabetes
This edition of Notable New Drugs includes first once-weekly insulin, new psoriatic arthritis treatment and first oral treatment for allergic reactions
Article
Beyond visibility: What real transparency looks like in pharmacy benefits
Transparency isn't a product; it's a mindset. See how Optum Rx provides clear visibility into pricing, clinical care and more.
Article
What plan sponsors need to know about WAC pricing shifts
The move to Maximum Fair Prices for popular drugs will trigger new economic considerations for plan sponsors.
Article
Aging workforce and the impact on drug spend
An estimated 23% of the workforce will be over age 65 by 2050 – but what does that mean for my drug plan?
Article
The big 4: Which drug classes are driving spending?
Rising pharmacy costs extend far beyond GLP-1s — inflammatory conditions and oncology therapies continue to drive significant spend.
Article
How AI in pharmacy is powering new innovations
From predicting drug trend to earlier fraud protection, see how we’re leveraging AI to improve operations for clients and members.
Article
Is your pharmacy benefit manager delivering value?
The 5 key questions you should ask to make sure your pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) is able to promote value, drive innovation and improve health outcomes.
Article
How plan sponsors can stay ahead of the latest drug cost trends
A transparent fee-based model, real-time tools, and integrated pharmacy care help plan sponsors achieve affordability, predictability and better member outcomes.
Article
3 ways to beat vaccine fatigue
Learn about researched vaccine messaging themes and important steps you can take to promote critical vaccinations for members.
Article
The facts about pharmacy benefit managers
There are many misconceptions of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) and their services. Here are the facts.
Article
5 lessons from a year in flux
From tariffs to GLP-1s and AI, see which pharmacy topics led the conversation — and why they still matter going into 2026.
Article
3 key forces shaping the future of pharmacy
These emerging trends will help define the road ahead.
Article
1-stop PBM or multiple vendors?
Pros and cons to consider before distributing your PBM services among multiple vendors
Article
Managing the high cost of cancer drugs
Breakthrough cancer drugs offer better outcomes – but soaring costs pose challenges for affordability.
On-demand webinar
Addressing pharmacy issues that matter to you
From specialty pharmacy to drug affordability, our experts tackle your biggest pharmacy challenges.
Article
Alternative funding: Real savings or problems?
See how much "free" drugs will actually cost you.
Article
Building the PBM of the future
The solutions plan sponsors need today to tackle the pharmacy challenges of tomorrow.
Article
What’s next for AI in pharmacy?
Two AI experts share insights on how we’re using AI and advanced technology to improve everything from trend prediction to member services.
Video
Creating connections through partnership
Hear from an Optum Rx client on how we're partnering together for everyone we serve.
Article
Automating the prior authorization process
Discover our latest innovation to the PA process — PreCheck Prior Authorization — which reduces approval times, appeals and denials.
Article
New pharmacy benefit solutions to help bend the cost curve
In this conversation, get a peek into upcoming solutions and technologies designed to address high-cost medications.
Case study
A seamless pharmacy benefit change?
We guarantee it. And it's easier than you think.
Article
How to eliminate prescription waste
Achieve savings by targeting expensive, low-value drugs.
Video
A young patient’s hemophilia story
See how Optum Rx helped change a patient’s life with access to life-altering medicines.
Video
How Optum Rx goes further to promote transparency
We’re redefining pharmacy benefit management with full transparency. Explore how our platform delivers unmatched access to detailed data and insights.
Article
Navigating 3 new pharmacy regulations in 2026
From GLP-1s to vaccines to tariffs, government policies will touch every area of pharmacy services this year.
E-book
Get immediate savings on specialty drugs
Specialty drug spend is a “top threat” to employer-provided benefits. Discover sustainable savings with your existing Optum Rx plan.
Report
A simpler GLP-1, plus big-market launches
This edition of Notable New Drugs includes another oral GLP-1, the first preventative treatment for COVID-19 and the most effective oral drug for plaque psoriasis.
Article
Building trust in AI: A responsible approach
At Optum Rx, we’re using AI responsibly — fairly, safely, ethically — to make health care easier and better for the people we serve.
Article
Blockbuster drug patent expirations in 2026 and what they mean
These billion-dollar drugs are set to lose their exclusivity. But good things happen when generics and biosimilars are allowed to compete with costly brand-name drugs.
Article
Psychedelics: Promising but controversial
Psychedelic medicines show promise, but experts say infrustructure, insurance buy-in and trained providers are the real hurdles.
Article
Relentless preparation leads to a strong 2026 implementation
We delivered a seamless 1/1 transition for over 800 new clients with strong service, stable operations and improved member experiences.
Case study
Fighting fraud, waste and abuse in pharmacy
How one plan sponsor realized more than $128,000 in savings and recoveries in one year.
Article
Pharmacy benefit managers add value lower costs
PBMs don’t cause high drug costs — they’re part of the solution. Our drug prices beat the “low cost” vendors.
Article
Protecting refrigerated medications
Optum Rx ships temperature-sensitive medications in carefully designed packaging to ensure protection from both the heat and the cold.
Article
The GLP-1 revolution continues
New pills and expanded indications are poised to alter the dynamics of GLP-1 costs and treatments.
Article
How to protect access and manage GLP-1 costs
GLP-1 drugs can successfully help people control their weight, but much is riding on whether we can afford them.
Article
Alzheimer's treatment: Time for a level-set?
See success rates, risks and costs of the new Alzheimer’s treatments.
Article
Smarter, simpler pharmacy support with AI: An expert interview
In our latest podcast episode, hear our AI experts explore how real-time AI insights help members make more informed pharmacy care decisions.
