Podcast 176: Increasing Transparency with Cost-Plus Drug Pricing w/ MakoRx Founder Vinay Patel
ABOUT VINAY PATEL
Vinay Patel, the founder of MakoRx and a pharmacist executive with 16 years of experience has been a driving force in advancing population health, community pharmacy, and pharmacy benefits, positively impacting chronic care for thousands of patients. Clinically, he has managed chronic diseases in primary care settings, optimized diabetes care, and supported geriatric medication management. As a leader, he has spearheaded Medicaid asthma programs and initiatives that saved physician hours while generating revenue. Passionate about teaching and innovation, Vinay fosters growth within healthcare teams, enhancing their efficiency and improving patient outcomes.
ABOUT MAKORX
MakoRx provides accessible, affordable healthcare solutions through innovative pharmacy services, including cost-plus drug pricing, subscription health plans, and in-pharmacy urgent care and testing. Their model challenges traditional healthcare by offering both individual and employer-focused options that enhance patient quality of life while optimizing healthcare costs. Committed to advocacy, MakoRx ensures patients have access to knowledgeable pharmacists and technicians who offer guidance on medication plans and cost-saving alternatives.
John Marchica
John Marchica is a veteran health care strategist and CEO of Darwin Research Group. He is leading ongoing, in-depth research initiatives on integrated health systems, accountable care organizations, and value-based care models. He is a faculty associate in the W.P. Carey School of Business and the graduate College of Health Solutions at Arizona State University.
John did his undergraduate work in economics at Knox College, has an MBA and M.A. in public policy from the University of Chicago, and completed his Ph.D. coursework at The Dartmouth Institute. He is an active member of the American College of Healthcare Executives and is pursuing certification as a Fellow.
About Darwin Research Group
Darwin Research Group Inc. provides advanced market intelligence and in-depth customer insights to health care executives, with a strategic focus on health care delivery systems and the global shift toward value-based care. Darwin’s client list includes forward-thinking biopharmaceutical and medical device companies, as well as health care providers, private equity, and venture capital firms. The company was founded in 2010 as Darwin Advisory Partners, LLC and is headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz. with a satellite office in Princeton, N.J.
