title: Choosing the right PBM.
abstract: A growing number of HMOs are turning to pharmacy benefit management firms to administer their prescription benefit programs. A consultant offers tips on how to evaluate PBMs and the services they provide.
authors.forename: K L
authors.initials: KL
authors.lastname: Brodsky
mesh_terms: D016303:Clinical Pharmacy Information Systems; D003284:Contract Services / Q000592:standards*; D003659:Decision Making, Organizational; D005569:Formularies as Topic; D006279:Health Maintenance Organizations / Q000191:economics / Q000458:organization & administration* / Q000639:trends; D007356:Insurance, Pharmaceutical Services; D010593:Pharmaceutical Services / Q000458:organization & administration*; D014481:United States