Encapsulated - The Express Scripts Podcast

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we live, the way we work and the way companies are stepping up to help clients and patients during one of the most challenging times in our history. In this episode we share an interview from The Pharmacy Benefit, a podcast from the Pharmaceutical Care Management Association. In this interview, Tim Wentworth, President of Health Services at Express Scripts sits down with JC Scott, President and CEO of PCMA, to talk about how Express Scripts is providing access to medication for patients impacted by COVID-19 through our Parachute Rx program. Please note, the views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the interviewees and do not necessarily reflect the views of Cigna, Express Scripts, or their subsidiary companies.

Digital health solutions create new ways for people to manage their health from their phones and computers, but with hundreds of thousands of digital solutions already on the market, it can be hard to know what works and what doesn’t. Dr. Zachary Goodman, MD sits down with us to talk about how we’re helping sift through the ever-expanding landscape of digital health with our first-of-its-kind Digital Health Formulary. As Director of Clinical Innovation, Dr. Goodman shares how Express Scripts is making digital health click while embracing the technology that’s taking us into the future. Please note, the views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the interviewees and do not necessarily reflect the views of Cigna, Express Scripts, or their subsidiary companies.

Pharmacy Networks – how they work, how they’re structured, what makes them preferred etc. – can be a complicated topic to understand. So this episode we sit down with Jen Awsumb, Sr. Director of Product Management to discuss why networks are important from both a client and member perspective, and how managed networks help lower the cost of prescription drugs. Interested in working with us? Visit express-scripts.com/careers to see how you can get involved working in pharmacy networks or with any opportunity across our company. Please note, the views and opinions in this podcast are those of our interviewees and do not necessarily reflect the views of Express Scripts or its subsidiary companies.

It’s National Nurses Week, so we’re showing appreciation for all of the incredible nurses in health care today. We know that these professionals work in a rewarding, challenging and ever-changing field, but what does the future of nursing really look like? Beverly Beall, Telephonic Nurse Clinician with Accredo, talks about her transition from an ER nurse and the freedom she found working with patients at Accredo. She sheds light onto this emerging field of telephonic care and reveals the benefits she sees to nurses and patients because of this new technology. We discuss her advice for new nurses, how the field has evolved and why changes in our society are shaping the conversation around adherence. Please note, the views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of our interviewees and do not necessarily reflect the views of Express Scripts or its subsidiary companies.

There's a lot involved in getting medicine safely and securely to your door. Here's your chance to meet one of our team members who helps oversee the process. Miriam Belgrave is a Lead Pharmacy Technician with Accredo specialty pharmacy. In this episode, she shares the challenges and victories involved in being a pharmacy tech, what she looks for in a leader and how she keeps her team motivated through trust. * As a pharmacy technician, Miriam performs her job under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist. Please note, the views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of our interviewees and do not necessarily reflect the views of Express Scripts or its subsidiary companies.

Our annual Drug Trend Report is one of the industry’s most comprehensive looks at the annual changes in the cost and use of prescription medicine in the U.S. Caroline Swift, a Sr. Outcomes Research Manager, tells us about the people, data and process behind our annual Drug Trend Report and addresses the question on every American’s mind: Why are prescription prices rising and what can we do to stop them? Please note, the views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of our interviewees and do not necessarily reflect the views of Express Scripts or its subsidiary companies.

Loneliness affects nearly 50% of the U.S. population, and is affecting physical and mental health at an alarming rate. For a special Valentine’s Day episode, we bring you Encapsulated Presents: The Cigna Series, where we sit down with Dr. Stuart Lustig, National Medical Executive for Behavioral Health at Cigna, to discuss the recent Cigna U.S. Loneliness Index. Want to know if you qualify as lonely? Take the survey and see your results. https://www.cigna.com/about-us/newsroom/studies-and-reports/loneliness-questionnaire Full Report: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8294451-cigna-us-loneliness-survey/docs/IndexReport_1524069371598-173525450.pdf For more information about the Loneliness Index and its findings, visit cigna.com. The information provided is for educational purposes only. It is not medical advice and is not a substitute for proper medical care provided by a doctor. Cigna assumes no responsibility for any circumstances arising out of the use, misuse, interpretation or application of the information provided. Individuals are encouraged to consult with their doctor for appropriate examinations, treatment, testing and care recommendations. (L)

With the Express Scripts and Cigna® combination, we know that a lot of people have questions about the future of our company, our work and our culture. That’s why we sat down with Tim Wentworth, president of Express Scripts and Cigna Services, to get his take on why this deal makes sense for us, for Cigna and for improving health for people around the world.

America’s opioid epidemic claims more than 130 lives every day. In this episode, we talk with Jody Boeddeker about how we’re taking on one of the toughest challenges in our healthcare system. Jody walks us through our Advanced Opioid Management solution — a comprehensive approach that brings together patients, prescribers and pharmacies to minimize early exposure to opioids, while helping prevent progression to overuse and abuse. Please note, the views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of our interviewees and do not necessarily reflect the views of Express Scripts or its subsidiary companies.

Veterans Day is right around the corner! In our latest podcast, we sit down with one of our colleagues, CMSGT Drew Henderson. Drew chats with us about his time in the U.S. Air Force and discusses how companies like Express Scripts are helping our veterans integrate into civilian life and the workplace. Please note, the views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of our interviewee and do not necessarily reflect the views of Express Scripts or its subsidiary companies.

Diversity is the mix; inclusion is making the mix work. But what does that really mean? It’s Diversity Awareness Month, and Susan Stith, vice president, Diversity, Inclusion & Corporate Giving, joins us in our latest podcast episode to share her take on how we can successfully embrace our differences and how we can get better, together. Susan’s team will also host the Experience Diversity Summit in St. Louis on Oct. 16, 2018 allowing participants to experience diversity through a lineup of nationally recognized thought leaders, champions and storytellers. If you’re in St. Louis and want to attend this year’s Experience Diversity Summit, visit the URL below to register. The event is held at the J.C. Penny Conference Center on the University of Missouri - St. Louis (UMSL) campus from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. The registration deadline is Oct. 5, 2018. https://digital.lenos.com/expressscripts/experiencediversitysummit2018/Home

School is back in session, but we’re still marveling at the contributions of our amazing Express Scripts interns who joined us this summer! From Technology to Operations and everywhere in between, these incredible individuals made a real difference for the 100 million members we serve. In our latest episode, we speak with Janelle Clear and Nicholas Rosario to hear about their incredible experiences as Express Scripts Interns. Interested in interning with Express Scripts in the summer of 2019? Visit express-scripts.com/careers to see our open positions and apply!

Nursing is an rewarding, demanding and ever-changing profession at Express Scripts. But being a pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) nurse for Accredo, an Express Scripts specialty pharmacy, brings an entirely new level of complexity to the position. Nomanie Patterson, RN Clinical Specialist, shares what she’s learned throughout her 10+ years of nursing, and how working with patients through Accredo is different from any clinical experience she’s had before.

Express Scripts Champions For BetterSM is a new way for us to tell our story and the evolved branding for our company. Vice President Amy Monshausen and Sr. Director Annie Castellano from the Brand Strategy & Creative team give us an inside look into what it takes to develop a brand story for a Fortune 25 company and why Champions For Better is an important message for job candidates, employees, clients and members.

Encapsulated is back with a bonus episode! Tim Harlan, Sr. Director in Market Development and Business Planning, shares his tips for rising to the top in the medical sales field. Tim is passionate about the role his team plays in helping people and his enthusiasm shines through with stories about being a business-news junkie in college. He also gives some great advice for recent grads trying to break into the industry.