ARKRAY Awarded Tier 1 Formulary Status With Prescription Solutions by OptumRx
MINNEAPOLIS, Dec. 22, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- ARKRAY USA, Inc. (ARKRAY) announced effective January 1st, 2012 GLUCOCARD® brand blood glucose testing supplies will have Tier 1 formulary status with Prescription Solutions® by OptumRx.
The GLUCOCARD brands available for Prescription Solutions by OptumRx members are auto code, feature a tiny sample size, and are less sensitive to medications during testing, meaning patients with diabetes get more accurate results. Prescription Solutions beneficiaries get a quality product that is easier to use and will pay less for their blood glucose testing supplies.
"ARKRAY's continued commitment to research and development means GLUCOCARD brand blood glucose meter users gets more accurate results at a more affordable price," said Jonathan Chapman, President of ARKRAY.
Members are eligible to receive a free GLUCOCARD 01, Vital™ or 01-mini meter.
GLUCOCARD meters work with ARK Care™, a Real-Time Diabetes Data Management System. ARK Care is designed to help patients with diabetes and health care teams better manage diabetes and improve quality of life in-between visits. This unique, patient focused, online software for diabetes management allows patients, healthcare providers and care givers to capture data, see results, and manage one's diabetes.
GLUCOCARD branded products are backed by ARKRAY's unique GLUCOCARD YouChoose™ Wellness & Support Program, a free comprehensive education and support system that includes printed tools, videos, recipes and an integrated website designed to help patients manage their diabetes.
About Prescription Solutions® OptumRx
Prescription Solutions by OptumRx is more than a mail order pharmacy. They are a leader in the PBM industry. They have a national network of more than 67,000 community pharmacies. They manage prescription drug benefits of commercial, Medicare, and government health plans, and those of employers and unions.
About ARKRAY USA, Inc.
ARKRAY manufactures and distributes high-quality, cost-effective products that are simple, convenient, and easy-to-use, including blood glucose meters, test strips, safety lancets, and urine chemistry. ARKRAY invests heavily in R&D and has a strong commitment to high-quality products. For patients, this means access to cutting-edge, reliable products without sacrificing quality, and exceptional customer service. www.arkrayusa.com
Disclaimer: The information provided is not a guarantee of coverage or payment (partial or full). Actual benefits are determined by each plan administrator in accordance with its respective policy and procedures.
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SOURCE ARKRAY USA, Inc.
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