H.D. Smith has voiced its support for the Fairness in Medicare Bidding Act, which seeks to repeal the Medicare durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics and supplies (DMEPOS) competitive bidding program included in the Medicare Modernization Act of 2003 (MMA).
Navarro Discount Pharmacy has promoted chief financial officer Juan Ortiz to chief executive officer, replacing Steve Kacyznski.
A coalition of pharmacists, businesses and consumers is urging the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to reject California’s state plan amendment that would reduce reimbursement rates for Medi-Cal, the state’s Medicaid program, by 10%
Brick-and-mortar retailers — including drug, food and mass market chains — are scrambling to compete with Amazon.com in the e-commerce arena, especially on price, according to a study by investment firm William Blair & Co.
Watson Pharmaceuticals Inc. and Antares Pharma Inc. have entered into an exclusive licensing agreement for Watson to commercialize Antares’ topical oxybutynin gel product in the United States and Canada.
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores has joined with other retail pharmacy groups in urging congressional leaders to uphold patient access to diabetic testing supplies.
Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories has launched amlodipine besylate and benazepril hydrochloride capsules, a medication for hypertension.
Walgreen Co. has converted a drug store in San Francisco’s Bayview community to its "food oasis" format.
CVS Caremark Corp. and Walgreen Co. unveiled their latest efforts to engage customers through digital channels, including social media.
Target Corp.’s impending entry into the Canadian retail market stands to challenge current shopper loyalties, possibly including pharmacy. According to a study released Friday by management consulting firm SATOV Consultants, Canadians plan to alter their shopping habits to visit Target.
Shoppers Drug Mart Corp. is voluntarily recalling Balea Kids Hair Putty, part of its exclusive Balea skin and hair care line, as a precautionary measure because of a potential microbial contamination.
Bill Graham has been promoted to president and general manager of Beiersdorf Inc. Bill Graham The skin care and personal care company said Thursday that with the move, effective immediately, Graham is now responsible for the strategic direction, growth and success of the U.S.
Johnson & Johnson has entered an agreement to become a global sponsor of the 2014 FIFA World Cup soccer tournament in Brazil. The health care products giant said Thursday that with the pact it became the eighth and final FIFA World Cup sponsor. Through the sponsorship, J&J will be the exclusive
Pfizer Inc. is exploring strategic options for its nutrition and animal health businesses, including the possibility of spinning off or selling those units.
Santal Solutions has gained national retail distribution for its Assurance Blood Health Support dietary supplement at Walgreens and Rite Aid drug stores.
Rite Aid Corp. has made a flurry of executive changes in store operations and human resources. The drug store chain said Thursday that Brian Fiala, formerly executive vice president of store operations, has been appointed executive vice president of human resources.
