NEBGH Voices Podcast: Pharmacy Trends, GLP‑1s, and Employer Cost Strategy

RazorMetrics Chief Pharmacy Officer Ryan Czado joins NEBGH Voices to discuss GLP-1 therapies, specialty drug costs, biosimilars, and strategies for employers navigating rising pharmacy spend.

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We were pleased to join NEBGH Voices for a conversation with Kim Thiboldeaux about the rapidly evolving pharmacy landscape and the challenges employers face as prescription drug costs continue to rise.

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NEBGH Voices — Season 2, Episode 2: Pharmacy Trends, GLP-1s, and the Future of Employer Cost Strategy

During the discussion, RazorMetrics Chief Pharmacy Officer Ryan Czado, PharmD, MBA shared insights on key trends shaping pharmacy benefits today, including GLP-1 therapies, specialty drug spend, biosimilars, and the growing ecosystem of solutions designed to help employers manage pharmacy costs.

Key Topics Covered

  • GLP-1 Utilization and Expanded Indications — How cardiometabolic care and weight loss indications are reshaping pharmacy spend and what employers need to know heading into 2026 and beyond
  • Specialty Drug Costs and Biosimilar Opportunities — The latest trends in specialty drug spend and where biosimilar launches are creating new savings opportunities for employers
  • The Point Solution Ecosystem — Navigating the growing stack of pharmacy benefit vendors and finding the right fit for your overall strategy
  • Data Transparency and Employee Privacy — Balancing the need for data-driven decision making with employee data security considerations
  • Utilization Management and Provider Engagement — How prescriber workflows and engagement strategies can drive better outcomes while managing costs
  • Building a Data-Driven Pharmacy Strategy — Aligning financial stewardship with member health to develop a thoughtful approach to pharmacy benefits

Tune in to hear the full conversation and explore how employers can take a more proactive approach to pharmacy strategy, optimize prescription decision making, and navigate rising pharmacy spend while supporting better health outcomes for their workforce.

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