About this episode

The episode discusses key drivers of pharmacy spend, focusing on GLP-1s, biosimilars, and autoimmune conditions.

Drawing from Employers Health's book of business, Jack Sullivan and Hannah Whitesel sit down with host Mike Stull to examine today's key drivers of pharmacy spend, including GLP-1s, biosimilars and autoimmune conditions. Watch or listen to Benefits Bites and Health Care Headlines. Register for upcoming Employers Health webinars or watch on demand at Events - Employers Health. Sign up for our monthly newsletter here. Find additional helpful benefits strategies and resources at Articles | Employers Health.

People in this episode

Host: Mike Stull

Guests: Jack Sullivan, Hannah Whitesel

Topics covered

• pharmacy spend
• GLP-1s
• biosimilars
• autoimmune conditions
• healthcare
• employer strategies

Keywords

• pharmacy spend
• GLP-1s
• biosimilars
• autoimmune conditions
• healthcare costs
• employer health benefits

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Employers Health

Products: GLP-1s, biosimilars

Places: autoimmune conditions

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