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?? #MSAwarenessMonth: 5 Facts Employers Should Know About Multiple Sclerosis At SmithRx, we’re proud to partner with the?National MS Society?to amplify resources for employers supporting employees with?Multiple Sclerosis (MS)—a condition affecting?1 million Americans, often during their prime working years. In this insightful blog,?Sarah Anderson, PharmD, NBC-HWC, (Senior Director, Clinical Resources & Programming at NMSS), breaks down key facts: 1. MS is unpredictable?– Symptoms vary widely and are often invisible. 2. Early intervention matters?– 20+ disease-modifying therapies (DMTs) can slow progression. 3. Access is critical?– Generics and cost-saving strategies help employers/employees. 4. Holistic care works?– Lifestyle changes (nutrition, stress management) complement treatment. 5. Support exists?– NMSS offers free tools like?MS Navigator?for personalized guidance. ???Why this matters for employers? Creating an inclusive workplace starts with understanding MS—whether through flexible accommodations, equitable benefits, or simply fostering a culture of empathy. ???Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/gnFyWXHX #EmployeeWellbeing #PharmacyBenefits #smithrx #nmss

?? We’re excited to be speaking at the HUB International 2025 Employee Benefits Innovation Summit on March 26th in Pittsburgh, PA. Our own Jordan Close Dhillon will be sharing valuable insights on the latest trends in employee benefits. If you're attending, this will be a great opportunity to connect with industry leaders and explore innovative benefits solutions.?Can't wait to see you there! #EmployeeBenefits #Hub2025 #PharmacyBenefits #SmithRx #PBM

?? The Legacy PBM Status Quo Is Crumbling – Here’s What Employers Need to Know When Mark Cuban calls an industry practice “insane” multiple times in one panel, you know change is coming. At Brown & Brown’s?Benefits Evolved 2025?event, Cuban joined?our CEO Jake Frenz,?9am Health’s Avantika Waring, MD, and?Brown & Brown’s Jared Bowcutt?for a no-holds-barred discussion on pharmacy benefits – and every employer needs to hear the takeaways. ???Read the full breakdown here:?https://lnkd.in/g73NhPhh #PharmacyBenefits #HealthcareInnovation #PBM #Transparency #EmployerSolutions #SmithRx

?? It’s no secret that legacy PBMs have played a critical role in our country’s rising drug prices. What’s not talked about? Biosimilars could be a pathway forward toward affordable medications… if they weren’t subject to drug market manipulation. As our own founder and CEO, Jake Frenz puts it for Forbes, “if left unchecked, the power of PBMs and their complex relationships within the American healthcare system could lead to higher drug costs and diminished returns for drug innovation.” ?? Learn more about the complex world of biosimilars, how legacy PBMs are preventing patients from accessing the most affordable drug options, and what business leaders can do to stop these practices here. ?? https://lnkd.in/gXK8_BHu

? We’re excited to announce that SmithRx will be speaking at the 2025 BPG Retreat this week! ?? Join SmithRx’s Alissa Johnson, PharmD, MBA, BCPS, Clinical Strategy Director, Josh Hadfield Senior Sales Director, and Ty Perry, Regional Sales Director on March 13th from 1:15pm - 2:00pm at the The Barnsley Resort for an informative session on reducing the complexity & cost of pharmacy benefits. ???? #SmithRx #BPGRetreat2025 #PharmacyBenefits #EmployeeWellness #PBM

?? PROUD ANNOUNCEMENT: SmithRx has been honored with a Stevie Award for "Customer Service Department of the Year" in the Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, and Related Industries category! This recognition celebrates our customer service team's unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation in pharmacy benefit management. It reflects our dedication to putting customers first and delivering transparent, responsive service that truly makes a difference. We couldn't be prouder of our customer service professionals who embody our core values every day ?? #StevieAwards #PharmacyBenefits #SmithRx #AwardWinning

?? Announcing a Milestone in Affordable Healthcare At SmithRx, we’re proud to announce a major milestone in our mission to make healthcare more affordable and accessible. We’re introducing Stelara biosimilars to our Connect 360 Autoimmune program, a move that’s projected to save our employer clients $14.5 million annually in prescription drug costs. “Our Connect 360 program was built because we saw a better way to generate real, tangible savings for our members and clients,” explains Alan Pannier, Pharm D,MBA, our own SVP of Clinical Strategy. “Leveraging our drug pathways engine we are able to connect patients with the innovative drug alternatives on the market today, like biosimilars. Our technology coupled with unparalleled, hands-on service has allowed us to shatter the perception that prescription benefits have to be expensive and complicated." ?? We are incredibly proud to be the first PBM to meaningfully embrace biosimilars to drive savings for clients. It's a game-changer for the industry, and we’re honored to lead the way. Since we rolled out Connect 360 Autoimmune in 2023, we’ve already transitioned over 90% of our members to the biosimilar, Yusimry, and lowered Humira spend for clients by 90%.?Building on this success, the addition of a Stelara biosimilar is a major step forward in tackling some of the most expensive drugs in the country.? By embracing biosimilars, we’re redefining what’s possible in pharmacy benefits. This is about creating a system that works for everyone, where savings are real, transparency is non-negotiable, and innovation drives meaningful change. ?? Join us in shaping the future of healthcare. If you’re an employer, benefits advisor, or simply someone who believes in a better way to manage pharmacy benefits, let’s connect. Together, we can build a future where everyone has access to the care they deserve. https://lnkd.in/gKM2-NsF #PharmacyBenefits #Biosimilars #pbms #SmithRx

?? We're excited to announce that our founder and CEO, Jake Frenz, will be speaking Collective Health's Together conference in Scottsdale, Arizona on March 7th, 2025 at 9:45am! Jake will take the stage alongside Ted Holden, MHP, Head of Strategic Partnerships at Noom, and Marilyn Stebbins, Professor Emeritus of Clinical Pharmacy at UCSF, to explore how benefits leaders can leverage the very best of today’s pharmaceutical innovations—without breaking the bank. If you'll be in the area, you can request a seat at the Together conference by visiting https://lnkd.in/gADE-n2R. We hope to see you there! #smithrx #pbms #together2025 #HRleadership #pharmacybenefits

?? We’re heading to ACP Productions: Employee Health & Wellness Fusion West in Phoenix, AZ March 2-4th! ?? Join Jeff Snow & Alan Pannier, Pharm D,MBA on March 4th as they take the stage and share insights on optimizing employee health and wellness. Looking forward to it! #EmployeeWellness #SmithRx #HealthcareSolutions #FusionWest2025

?? We had an amazing time at the Brown & Brown Insurance Benefits Evolved conference earlier today, where Jake Frenz spoke on a panel alongside Mark Cuban, Avantika Waring, MD, DABOM, and Jared Bowcutt. Thank you to all who attended!?? Stay tuned for more exciting content from this event, coming soon ??