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Giant Eagle Partners With PBM to Launch National Benefits Program
Giant Eagle Benefits Program Expands with New National Pharmacy Network
Giant Eagle has teamed up with EmpiRx Health to create a new national pharmacy care network. The Giant Eagle benefits program now includes access to AllyRx, a first-of-its-kind program designed for pharmacy and grocery retailers.
AllyRx Brings New Opportunities for Pharmacy and Grocery Chains
The AllyRx network combines technology and pharmacy-friendly services to support both retailers and patients. EmpiRx Health, the pharmacy benefits management (PBM) company behind the program, said AllyRx will help lower costs and improve care.
Additionally, AllyRx offers a loyalty program that rewards patients for following their medication plans. Shoppers can earn healthy food coupons when they stay on track with prescriptions. This adds another layer of value for Giant Eagle customers.
Giant Eagle Benefits Program for Employees Also Grows
Giant Eagle also announced that EmpiRx Health will now provide pharmacy benefits for the company’s employees. With over 470 supermarket locations and 200 pharmacies, this move impacts many team members.
EmpiRx Health says its PBM model gives employees more coverage options with an open drug formulary. The goal is to deliver better care while keeping prescription costs down.
States Target PBM Practices
The launch of AllyRx comes as PBM practices face increasing scrutiny. Some states have passed new laws restricting PBMs from owning pharmacies or steering patients toward specific stores.
For example, Arkansas recently passed legislation banning PBM-pharmacy ownership, which may force major closures. Other states, like Alabama, now require PBMs to reimburse pharmacies fairly and ban hidden fees.
These moves aim to create a more transparent and competitive pharmacy marketplace.
Conclusion
The Giant Eagle benefits program now offers employees and shoppers new ways to save and stay healthy. AllyRx brings a fresh approach to pharmacy care, using technology and incentives to improve health outcomes.
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