The Pros and Cons of the "Buy and Bill" Model

Leaders chime in on the benefits of the "buy and bill" model.

By McKesson Health Systems Editorial Team

Date

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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The Pros and Cons of the "Buy and Bill" Model

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