Asembia launches a network of retail pharmacies for specialty drug services

As it kicks off its annual Specialty Pharmacy Summit (Las Vegas, Apr. 29-May 2), Asembia has announced a new offering that provides a level of patient support to drugs that typically are not budgeted for the high-touch, high-cost services of hub providers. The Asembia Managed Retail Network combines the company’s network of 25,000 affiliated pharmacies with its platform for digital communications around prescription fulfillment, benefits verification and prior authorization, thus combining a “light” hub service with patient followup care. The combination promises to improve the speed to therapy, reduce prescription abandonment, and generate positive patient reaction.