InformedRx receives full URAC PBM accreditation

LISLE, Ill. SXC Health Solutions Corp., a leading provider of pharmacy benefit management and technology services, announced that its InformedRx PBM division has been awarded full pharmacy benefit management accreditation from URAC, SXC announced.

"This accreditation recognizes SXC's commitment to engaging and empowering consumers with the resources, tools and information they need to make informed decisions about their medication therapy. Given that nearly one of every five health care dollars is spent on prescription drugs, we want to offer consumers cost-effective medication choices that promote safety, enhance compliance and improve health outcomes," said Mark Thierer, president and CEO of SXC.

URAC accreditation provides independent validation of pharmacy management excellence based on benchmarks in quality of care and continuous quality improvement processes.

"SXC should be commended for meeting strict quality standards," said Alan Spielman, URAC president and CEO. "It is critically important for healthcare organizations to make a commitment to quality and accountability. URAC accreditation is a demonstration of that commitment."