WASHINGTON, Nov.

Prescription Solutions, a leading pharmacy benefits management (PBM) organization and a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) company, today announced that it is one of the first companies to have earned both of URAC's new accreditations for Mail Service and Specialty Pharmacy programs.

Prescription Solutions, a leading pharmacy benefits management (PBM) organization and a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE:UNH) company, today announced that it received Transparency in Pharmaceutical Purchasing Solutions (TIPPS) certification from the HR Policy Association (HR Policy) Pharmaceutical Coalition.

With the Texas and Louisiana coastlines in the projected path of Hurricane Ike, UnitedHealth Group and its family of companies, including UnitedHealthcare, Ovations, AmeriChoice, OptumHealth and Prescription Solutions, are taking the following immediate actions to help those affected by the storm: -- Early Refills for Prescription Medications.

Prescription Solutions, a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE:UNH) company and leading pharmacy benefits management (PBM) company, today announced a strategic relationship with Partners Rx Management LLC (PRx) effective August 1, to provide a package of prescription benefits management services for Partners Rx Management's clients, supporting more than $300 million of annual drug spend.