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The FTC says it has clear authority to help policymakers understand how PBMs work.

The depletion of funds will directly impact retirement strategies, which is why employers need to focus on enhancing employee 401(k) plan offerings, promoting higher contribution rates, and providing financial literacy programs, says a new Atticus survey.

"Investing in workplace culture significantly influences employee engagement by fostering a positive and inclusive environment where employees feel valued and recognized," said Rachel Ceccarelli, VP of Engagement at Dice.

By prioritizing employee needs, focusing on cost-effectiveness, and taking proactive steps during open enrollment, SMBs can capitalize on the trend of employee loyalty.

Cuban, the founder of the Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drug mail-order pharmacy, said the main rebate funding mechanism is the sick employee, in a recent webinar.

These employees now will be expected to be in the office five days a week "outside of extenuating circumstances" or unless they have been granted an exception by their organization's S-team leader.

The DOJ settled a whistleblower case with Walgreens, which claimed "issues with its billing systems" led to prescriptions billed to Medicare and Medicaid that were never dispensed at the pharmacy.

Beginning Jan. 1, PwC will require its employees in the United Kingdom to spend at least three days a week with clients or in the office.