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Overview of Prescription Drugs

Explore the complexities of prescription drug benefits with the Overview of Prescription Drugs eLearning course from the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans. This self-paced course delves into key aspects of prescription drug coverage, including employer-sponsored plans, pharmacy benefit managers, Medicare Part D, and more. Understand the distinctions between brand-name, generic, specialty drugs, and cutting-edge treatments like gene therapy and biosimilars. Learn about plan structures, participant costs, and formulary management, while gaining insights into misuse prevention and claims processing. Designed for HR and benefits professionals, this course ensures you’re equipped to navigate the evolving landscape of prescription drug plans.

Topics Include:

  • The Impact of Prescription Drugs in the United States
  • Spending Trends
  • Sources of Prescription Drug Coverage
  • Types of Drugs
  • Prescription Drug Plan Structure
  • Using Prescription Drug Coverage

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CHPNThis course counts toward the Certificate in Health Plan Navigation​. Earn your Certificate to understand the fundamentals of health care plans and how to support your plan participants in making the best health care choices.

 

This course counts toward the Fundamentals in Health Benefits​ certificate. Earn your certificate to understand group health plan structures, laws and regulations, funding and more.

One-Credit Course

Price: $60 Members
($90 Nonmembers)

Why Choose E-Learning?


Self-Paced

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Convenient

Learn on your schedule—without the inconvenience of time away from the office.


Expert-Created Content

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Cost-Effective

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