| DESCRIPTION |
This Integrated Billing (IB) file was created for the e-Pharmacy Project.
insurance company payer.
A PBM is uniquely identified by its' name.
Per VHA Directive 10-93-142, this file definition should not be modified.
It is maintained centrally, via real time HL7 Table Update Messages, using
the WebMD database.
Never maintain locally, except via a designated and secured option that
edits selected APPLICATION Subfile fields, such as LOCAL ACTIVE?.
A Pharmacy Benefits Manager (PBM) administers a plan on behalf of the
insurance company payer.
A PBM is typically a separate, contracted entity, but it may be the
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