GoodRx Overview
GoodRx is a discount drug program accepted at over 70,000 pharmacies nationwide. It enables patients and pharmacies to compare prices and find cost-saving solutions on medications. Pharmacies are contractually required to accept GoodRx discounts through agreements with pharmacy benefit managers. In rare cases, pharmacists may not know about these agreements and may initially decline to accept a GoodRx coupon. However, they can contact GoodRx to resolve any issues.
Why do pharmacies not like GoodRx?
Pharmacies may not like GoodRx because it can lower profit margins on some drugs, especially for smaller pharmacies. However, major chains accept GoodRx hoping customers will purchase other items.
Downside to GoodRx
While GoodRx can lower profit margins on some drugs, the increased customer traffic can increase overall pharmacy sales. pharmacies are contractually required to accept GoodRx discounts through agreements with pharmacy benefit managers. In rare cases, pharmacists may not know about these agreements and may initially decline to accept a GoodRx coupon. However, they can contact GoodRx to resolve any issues.