Pa. DHS official throws cold water on the latest push to rein in PBMs — this time by hiring one

Pennsylvania lawmakers propose hiring a single pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) to manage Medicaid prescriptions, aiming to support struggling pharmacies and reduce costs, while a state official warns it could increase expenses and risks without guaranteed savings. Proponents cite Ohio's reported $140 million Medicaid savings under a similar model, but critics argue the approach may not address broader pharmacy closures.