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We have been a driving force in community pharmacy for forty years

From our humble beginnings in 1985 as a local Oklahoma business, PPOk has evolved into a national holding company overseeing a diverse portfolio of brands that serve clients across the United States. Our family of brands offers a bridge between tradition and innovation, providing a diverse portfolio of services designed to empower community pharmacies in their growth and success. With roots firmly planted in local values, our nationwide reach ensures our clients still receive the personalized attention and support that was the hallmark of our early days in the heartland. As we continue to evolve and expand our services to reach every corner of America, we carry these lessons with us, ensuring that every client feels like part of our family. That’s our promise to you—heartland values, nationwide service.

Our Mission

To support independent pharmacies in shaping a brighter, healthier future for all by empowering their success with innovative technology solutions.

Our Vision

To pioneer technology innovations that advance community pharmacists as essential healthcare providers, optimizing patient outcomes, and fortifying the economic health of communities.

Our Values

Excellence

Rooted in the rich values of our Heartland heritage, we maintain the personalized attention, flexibility, and warmth of a local business while delivering exceptional solutions and service on a national scale.

Integrity

Forged over four decades of dedication to honesty, fairness, and transparency, our legacy of integrity serves as the foundation for all that we do. This not only guides our decisions and actions but also strengthens our relationships, ensuring we consistently build and uphold the trust of those we serve.

Respect

We are a mosaic of remarkable individuals, yet it is only through collaboration, inclusivity, and mutual respect that we unlock our collective potential. By fostering an environment where every voice is heard and valued, both within and beyond our organization, we create a dynamic synergy that propels our organization and our clients toward our shared goals.

Passion

As an organization founded by independent pharmacists, an unwavering passion for serving community pharmacy is woven into the very fabric of our organization. Our firsthand understanding of the challenges confronting our industry drives us to deliver unparalleled support and forward-thinking solutions to meet the evolving needs of those we proudly serve.

Loyalty

For 40 years, our commitment to serving community pharmacy has remained constant. Through clear skies and storms, we have remained loyal to our pharmacy partners, helping them to navigate uncertainty with a clear vision and steady hands.

Accountability

Our commitment to accountability is the cornerstone of our operations, ensuring that every aspect of our work reflects the gravity of our promise to our clients—a promise of unparalleled quality you can depend on. In embodying this, we ensure that when you rely on us, we not only meet your expectations but truly exceed them.

Our History

Pharmacy Providers of Oklahoma, Inc. became an official corporate organization in April of this year, with the first meeting of the Board of Directors held on April 18, 1985.

1985
1997

Rx Linc is created to bring high-speed claim adjudication technologies to local and regional community pharmacies. This fulfilled a need to move pharmacy from slow, inefficient analog technology to a more reliable and efficient modern technology.

MaxCare emerged in the PBM industry to champion transparency through pass-through pricing and rebates. This innovative approach empowers local community employers with flexible solutions, ensuring cost-effectiveness and catering to their specific needs.

2005
2016

PPOk and PBA Health joined forces to create Unify Rx Holding Corporation, a collaborative board featuring leaders from both organizations that strategically guides and oversees both companies.

PPOk merged its PSAO services with Arete Pharmacy Network to create the nation’s largest independent PSAO, AlignRx.

2021
2022

Stratos Insights was created to fill a critical need for personalized business intelligence that leverages data in order to optimize pharmacy operations.

Due to the rise of vertically integrated PBMs in the hospice market, MaxHaven emerged equipped with full-tech solutions and a transparent, high-performance pharmacy network aimed at restoring competitive balance and improving patient outcomes.

2023
2023

Clear Benefits was established with the aim of aiding pharmacies and their clientele in navigating the complexities of the Medicare landscape.