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With available labor resources dwindling and a shrinking pipeline, health systems must find creative solutions for better using the personnel and partnerships they have.
The Pros and Cons of the "Buy and Bill" Model
Leaders chime in on the benefits of the "buy and bill" model.
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January 26, 2022
By: MedSurg Editorial Team
Read time: 5 minutes
An alternative to the traditional "buy and bill" model of pharmaceutical distribution is bagging, which removes the financial burden from the provider because the specialty pharmacy or third-party payer must purchase the drug before it arrives in the provider's office. McKesson health systems leaders, Barbara Giacomelli and Valerie Russo provide insight on the benefits of the "buy and bill" model, and how to determine what's appropriate for your business.
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