What You Should Know:
– RxBenefits, a leading pharmacy benefits optimizer (PBO), has announced the appointment of Mark Campbell, PharmD, as its first Chief Pharmacy Officer.
– The newly created position underscores the company’s commitment to using clinical expertise and technology to improve health outcomes and optimize costs for employers and employees.
Campbell Bio/Background
Campbell, a seasoned pharmacy leader with 27 years of experience, has been instrumental in the success of RxBenefits’ Clinical Services team since joining the company in 2017. Under his leadership, the team developed and launched “Protect,” an innovative suite of clinical solutions that has demonstrably improved health, safety, and savings for plan members. This impactful program has already driven a 7:1 return on investment for 80% of the company’s client base in 2022, showcasing its effectiveness in reducing costs and improving member well-being.
Chief Pharmacy Officer Driving Better Outcomes for Members
In his new role, Campbell will elevate RxBenefits’ focus on leveraging pharmaceutical insights to drive better health outcomes for employers, plan members, and the healthcare system as a whole. This translates to improved medication adherence, shorter hospital stays, fewer readmissions, and ultimately, significant cost savings for all stakeholders.
Wendy Barnes, CEO of RxBenefits, expressed her confidence in Campbell’s leadership: “Creating the Chief Pharmacy Officer role was a strategic step to ensure our clinical operations are aligned with our long-term product strategy and ultimately, drive better health outcomes for our members. Mark’s deep clinical expertise, proven track record at RxBenefits, and passion for innovation make him the perfect fit for this critical role.”