Why most employers are sticking with Big 3 PBMs over alternatives
Pharmacy & Prescription Drug Issues
09 Jun 2026
- Most employers still use the Big 3 PBMs despite concerns about transparency and costs.
-Alternative PBMs offer more transparent pricing and potential savings.
-Employers hesitate to switch because it can disrupt employee benefits and requires significant effort.
-The Big 3 remain dominant due to their scale, networks, and established relationships.
-Interest in alternatives is growing, but adoption remains relatively slow.
