High-impact drugs such as topicals and combo packs often see low utilization, but carry exponentially higher costs. While high costs and other challenges remain a concern, specialty drugs including biologics and biosimilars should be continually evaluated for potential benefits to injured workers, as they may provide relief that traditional therapies cannot. (Credit: Kenishirotie/Stock.adobe.com)

When we talk about addressing pharmacy issues in workers' compensation programs, opioid concerns often appear at the top of the agenda, and while opioid management remains an important focus, it is not the only pharmacy trend we must watch closely.

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