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Pharmacy Benefit Management Market Research Report 2021, Size, Share, Trends and Forecast to 2026

Published by IMARC Services Private Limited

Posted on September 9, 2021

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· Last updated: February 12, 2026

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Global Pharmacy Benefit Management Market Insights and Forecast 2021-2026

According to the latest report by IMARC Group, titled “Pharmacy Benefit Management Market: Global Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast 2021-2026,” the global pharmacy benefit management market size reached US$ 382.2 Billion in 2020. Pharmacy benefit management (PBM) is a system involving a third-party administrator that manages the prescription of drugs on behalf of pharmacies, health insurers and drug manufacturers. It assists in performing different operations, ranging from financing to setting dispensing policies. It also helps companies to negotiate drug rebates, conduct generic drug substitution with manufacturers and pharmacies, and participate in drug formulary management and development.

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We are regularly tracking the direct effect of COVID-19 on the market, along with the indirect influence of associated industries. These observations will be integrated into the report.

Global Pharmacy Benefit Management Market Trends:

The growing need for cost management services on account of the increasing prevalence of chronic diseases and rising healthcare expenditures represents one of the key factors driving the PBM market. As PBM aids in providing wider access to medications across multiple retail pharmacy networks, its adoption is escalating around the world. Furthermore, the rising integration of specialty pharmacies with PBMs for better connections and expertise with pharmaceutical companies to establish drug contracts is positively influencing the market growth. The increasing number of partnerships and alliances between health insurance companies and PBMs for improving the personalization and affordability of health insurance plans is also strengthening the market growth. Other factors, such as the introduction of advanced benefit management services, including pharmacy-medical integrated products, drug utilization programs and disease management, are anticipated to impel the growth of the market. Looking forward, the market value is projected to reach US$ 538.3 Billion by 2026, expanding at a CAGR of 6.0% during the forecast period (2021-2026).

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Competitive Landscape with Key players:

The report has also analysed the competitive landscape of the market with some of the key players being.

  • Aetna, Inc.
  • Centene Corporation
  • Cigna Corporation
  • CVS Health Corporation
  • Express Scripts Holding Company
  • Magellan Health, Inc.
  • Medimpact Healthcare Systems, Inc.
  • Optumrx, Inc.
  • Prime Therapeutics LLC
  • ProCare Rx
  • SS&c Technologies, Inc

Pharmacy Benefit Management Market Segmentation:

Our report has categorized the market based on Region, Service, Business Model and End Use.

Breakup by Service:

  • Specialty Pharmacy Services
  • Drug Formulary Management
  • Retail Pharmacy Services
  • Benefit Plan Design and Consultation
  • Disease Management Services
  • Others

Breakup by Business Model:

  • Health Insurance Management
  • Standalone PBMs
  • Retail Pharmacy

Breakup by End Use:

  • Federal
  • Commercial

Breakup by Region:

  • North America
  • Asia Pacific
  • Europe
  • Middle East and Africa
  • Latin America

Key highlights of the report:

  • Market Performance (2015-2020)
  • Market Outlook (2021- 2026)
  • Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
  • Market Drivers and Success Factors
  • SWOT Analysis
  • Value Chain
  • Comprehensive Mapping of the Competitive Landscape

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key factors driving the Pharmacy Benefit Management market?
The growing need for cost management services due to the increasing prevalence of chronic diseases and rising healthcare expenditures is a key factor driving the PBM market.
What does the report by IMARC Group cover?
The report covers global industry trends, market share, size, growth opportunities, and forecasts for the Pharmacy Benefit Management market from 2021 to 2026.
How is the Pharmacy Benefit Management market segmented?
The market is segmented based on region, service, business model, and end use, allowing for a comprehensive analysis of various market dynamics.
Who are the key players in the Pharmacy Benefit Management market?
The report analyzes the competitive landscape, highlighting some of the key players in the Pharmacy Benefit Management market.
How is COVID-19 impacting the Pharmacy Benefit Management market?
The report tracks both the direct effects of COVID-19 on the market and the indirect influences from associated industries, integrating these observations into the analysis.

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