Pharmland

GLP-1 utilization continues to balloon. With their demonstrated strong performance in treating conditions such as diabetes and certain cardiovascular risks, as well as their potential for lifestyle-related weight loss, the market for GLP-1s has truly skyrocketed, growing from a $46.7 billion market in 2024 to a mind-boggling projected $471 billion market by 2032. And these “hot” drugs are only get...

Hidden fees. Spread pricing. Rebate retention. The fine print in pharmacy benefits contracts can quietly drive costs higher for employers and employees alike. In this episode of Pharmland, co-hosts Bradley Nelson and Tom Davies talk with RxBenefits Senior Director and Managing Counsel Wes Hill to break down the opaque practices that can keep pharmacy benefits costs high and clarity low – and make...

Explore the evolving landscape of state pharmacy regulations in the latest episode of Pharmland. Lawmakers’ stated goals for the more than 1,400 state bills under consideration are to boost transparency in pharmacy benefits, reduce costs, and support independent pharmacies. However, they also have the potential to introduce significant challenges for plan sponsors and patients, including higher ph...

Join Bradley Nelson and Tom Davies for the latest episode of Pharmland as they tackle the $471 billion question – what’s driving the GLP-1 craze in 2025? From new approvals for chronic kidney disease and certain cardiovascular conditions to potential further expanded indications for conditions like non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) and Alzheimer’s, learn how these revolutionary drugs are reshap...

In this episode of Pharmland, co-hosts Bradley Nelson and Tom Davies explore the long and often arduous journey of drug development – from early clinical trials to U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval and beyond. Learn more about how pharmaceutical companies decide which drugs to pursue, why only 10% of potential therapeutic agents make it to market as a new drug, and how that impacts...

What factors impact a patient’s cost at the pharmacy counter?   In this episode of Pharmland, co-hosts Bradley Nelson and Tom Davies dive into the complex world of the out-of-pocket cost a patient pays at the pharmacy and explore the forces that contribute to medication costs – from high-deductible health plans to formulary tiers, rebates, and PBM negotiations – and can lead to some major shock at...

“Where do different pharmacy pricing points fit in the life cycle of prescription drugs?” In this episode of Pharmland, co-hosts Bradley Nelson and Tom Davies examine the intricacies of drug pricing. They break down how pricing evolves through the supply chain – from the manufacturer to the pharmacy – and explain key terms like Wholesale Acquisition Cost (WAC), Maximum Allowable Cost (MAC), and Av...

“What are some good questions to ask HR benefits managers to help determine the most important goals for their pharmacy plans?” In this episode of Pharmland, RxBenefits Clinical Pharmacist Specialist McKenzie Rice joins co-hosts Bradley Nelson and Tom Davies to discuss how to evaluate what to consider when developing a pharmacy plan including the pharmacy benefit landscape, potential member impact...

“Why are biosimilars taking so long to catch on?”   In this episode of Pharmland, co-hosts Bradley Nelson and Tom Davies talk with RxBenefits Clinical Services Principal Advisor about a hot topic within the pharmacy industry: biosimilars. The experts explore biosimilars and their  role in the pharmacy landscape, including how they can help mitigate skyrocketing specialty drug costs and why there h...

S01 E04: Prior Authorizations: Are They Evil or Good? “What’s the reason behind a prior authorization?” In this episode of Pharmland, co-hosts Bradley Nelson and Tom Davies talk with RxBenefits Clinical Operations Manager Lindsay Miller about the intricate world of prior authorizations. They explore the complexities and challenges surrounding this critical process in healthcare, highlighting its i...

GLP Indication #1 : Balancing guidelines and individualized treatment “Should physicians rigidly adhere to treatment guidelines or prioritize accommodating patient preferences?” Join hosts Bradley Nelson and Tom Davies, alongside RxBenefits clinical pharmacist Langley Kyle, PharmD, as they discuss balancing GLP-1 treatment guidelines with individualized patient care, particularly for those with co...

S01 E01: Oh, Oh...Overpromise? The Truth Beyond the GLP-1 Trend “What’s really driving the interest around the phenomenon that we currently label as GLP-1s?” In this episode of Pharmland, hosts Bradley Nelson and Tom Davies dive deep into the world of GLP-1 medications for  weight loss alongside RxBenefits clinical pharmacist Langley Kyle, PharmD. They tackle pressing questions surrounding the sur...

S01 E01: Wait… Weight, What? Getting the Skinny on GLP-1s for Weight Management   “Why is weight-loss achievement the holy grail of drug development?” In the premiere episode of Pharmland, co-hosts Bradley Nelson and Tom Davies talk with RxBenefits clinical pharmacist Langley Kyle, PharmD, about the use of GLP-1 drugs for weight-loss purposes — and discuss society’s changing attitudes toward obesi...