Employers Health selects Archimedes to reduce costs

More than 500 plan sponsors can access proven specialty-drug management solutions

BRENTWOOD, Tenn., October 23, 2026--Archimedes, the nationwide leader in specialty drug management solutions, announced today that it will offer proven strategies for addressing rising specialty-drug costs to the more than 500 plan-sponsor clients of Employers Health.

Specialty medications continue to be one of the fastest-growing cost drivers for employer-sponsored health plans, often exceeding $100 per member per month before rebates. Used to treat complex and chronic conditions such as cancer, rheumatoid arthritis and plaque psoriasis, specialty drugs can account for more than half of a health plan's pharmacy spending while serving only 1% to 2% of its members.

As employers and other plan sponsors face increasing pressure from specialty drug costs, many are exploring independent solutions that provide greater transparency, rigorous clinical oversight and enhanced management of specialty spending.

"There's a lot of attention on specialty drugs, and clients are looking for innovative options to manage this growing cost," said Mike Stull, chief sales officer at Employers Health, a nationwide employers' benefit coalition based in Canton, Ohio. ""We searched the market for the best solution. Archimedes is the right fit for our clients because of its ability to effectively manage costs, its strong clinical approach and a team deeply committed to helping both patients and plan sponsors succeed. We're excited to offer Archimedes to employers looking to curb specialty drug spending."

Archimedes CEO Heather Sundar said the new relationship reflects growing demand among employers for its specialty drug management solutions, which combine clinical rigor, transparency and cost accountability.

"Employers are looking for more than incremental savings," Sundar said. "They want confidence that their specialty pharmacy strategy is delivering the right clinical outcomes at the lowest possible net cost. We're proud to work with Employers Health to give plan sponsors access to an independent specialty drug management solution that aligns incentives, removes conflicts of interest and helps make prescription drug benefits more affordable and sustainable over the long term."

Employers Health clients interested in learning more about specialty drug management strategies offered through Archimedes should contact their Employers Health representative.

About Archimedes
Archimedes is the industry leader in specialty drug management solutions. Founded to help transform the pharmacy benefit industry through greater alignment, value and transparency, Archimedes delivers superior results by eliminating common conflicts of interest, including drug spread, rebate retention and pharmacy ownership. Through rigorous clinical management and an independent approach focused on the lowest net cost, Archimedes helps plan sponsors improve affordability while maintaining access to high-quality care.

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