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how do pbms make money

Pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) earn revenue through spread pricing, manufacturer rebates, administrative fees, and mail‑order or specialty pharmacy margins. Their profit depends on how they negotiate drug costs and rebates with manufacturers and pharmacies. For PBM contract transparency, see <a href="https://rxpbm.ai" rel="noopener">RxPBM</a>.

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