Method for conducting prescription drug co-payment plans
US7657437B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 27, 2003 |
| Grant date | Feb 2, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 5, 2025 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG16H20/10
- WIPO fieldIT methods for management
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A credit card-based prescription benefits plan utilizes an electronic means for telecommunication to rapidly adjudicate prescription claims. The adjudication process includes a third-party claims processor interposed the pharmacy and the patient's credit card clearinghouse to ensure that the subscriber receives all benefits available under the plan. The third-party claims processor may also provide patient counseling and advocacy by performing patient-specific drug regimen reviews to check for potential adverse drug reactions and drug interactions.
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