A smarter way to control drug spending
For the first time in history, specialty spend has surpassed 50% of total drug spend. Managing these costs and serving members is complex, but you can get sustainable specialty drug savings within your existing Optum Rx plan.
The Optum Rx Specialty Standards program provides a customized specialty management approach using the following strategies to reduce drug costs:
- Expanded clinical reviews for increased rigor in approving the use of complex specialty medications
- New precision system edits customize specialty refills, ensuring that the right dosages are dispensed to reduce waste
- A new specialty tiering design to reward members for using preferred, lower-cost medications, coupled with proactive member support
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