Overcoming the Challenges of PBMs: An Interview with Fred Barton, PharmD, VP of Clinical Product and Partnerships at AffirmedRx

In an interview with Pharmacy Times® at the Community Oncology Alliance (COA) 2024 Payer Exchange, Fred Barton, PharmD, and Vice President of Clinical Product and Partnerships at AffirmedRx, highlighted critical challenges within the pharmacy benefit management (PBM) industry. From the opaque nature of formularies to anti-competitive practices, Barton outlined the steps necessary to create a more transparent and fair system. Read and watch the full interview to explore how PBMs influence drug pricing, patient access, and the need for regulatory reforms.