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The Science and Supply of GLP-1s with Chronis Manolis

Jun 11, 2024
Chronis Manolis, SVP and Chief Pharmacy Officer of UPMC Health Plan, discusses the perspectives of payors and providers on anti-obesity medications, focusing on pricing and prior authorization challenges. The podcast delves into the scientific and supply aspects of GLP-1s, exploring the evolution of these drugs in healthcare, the importance of holistic support in drug prescriptions, strategies for optimizing pharmacy spend, and insights into incorporating these drugs into healthcare benefits packages.
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Quick takeaways

  • Evolution in GLP-1 treatment towards more effective, tolerable formulations like once-weekly doses.
  • Challenges for payors in addressing patient adherence, affordability, and coverage complexities of high-cost GLP-1 drugs.

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Evolution of GLP-1s in Diabetes Treatment

GLP-1s have evolved significantly in diabetes treatment, shifting from older drugs to newer classes like DPP4 and SGLT2s. Social media buzz in 2023 propelled public awareness and consideration of innovative GLP-1 therapies. Market dynamics and new pipeline drugs are reshaping GLP-1 treatment guidelines and practices.

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