NCPA urges Congress to pass Crapo-Wyden PBM Reforms
Wide bipartisan support means no more excuses, says NCPA.
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NCPA and Arkansas pharmacists join legal battle to preserve law barring companies from operating PBMs and pharmacies in the state
The case revolves around a state law (Act 624) passed earlier this year blocking PBMs in Arkansas from also operating pharmacies in the state.
Pharmacy Roundtable: Changing the profession to deliver care differently
There are many headwinds for the industry, starting with reimbursement pressure, but also extensive opportunities for collectively modernizing approaches to elevate the role of the pharmacist.
New free program launches to address rural pharmacy shortage
The free, application-based program addresses the growing shortage of pharmacies in rural communities by reducing barriers to ownership and providing aspiring pharmacy owners with the knowledge, resources, and professional connections needed to turn their vision into reality.
NCPA Releases 2025 Digest Report
The NCPA Digest, which provides an annual overview of independent community pharmacy, found that the industry represents nearly 36 percent of all retail pharmacies in the United States.
University of Texas at Austin wins 2025 Good Neighbor Pharmacy NCPA Pruitt-Schutte Student Business Plan Competition
The business plan competition is the first national competition of its kind in the pharmacy profession.
Brittany Sanders named 2025 NCPA Willard B. Simmons Independent Pharmacist of the Year
The award, which is sponsored this year by CPA, was presented as part of NCPA’s Annual Convention, being held Oct. 18-21 here.
NCPA, HealthShifts team on National Pharmacy Job Board and Staffing Platform
New job board and exclusive staffing pool will provide independent pharmacists and employers with expanded access to pharmacy support
Independent pharmacy groups back Iowa PBM regulation in federal court
The independent pharmacy groups say PBMs aren’t employee benefits plans. They’re merely administrators hired by the plans, and so they can be regulated.
NCPA applauds FTC pick for associate director of health care
Emma Mittelstaedt Burnham is an experienced antitrust enforcer, exactly what patients and providers need to go up against PBMs and insurers.
NCPA to CMS: Pharmacists may bail on Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program
Cash flow problems, revenue loss would make participation untenable.
Upcoming NCPA events for pharmacy teams
Pharmacy teams can highlight their post-graduate program while connecting with students who are eager to learn more about community pharmacy.
NCPA announces finalists for 2025 Good Neighbor Pharmacy NCPA Pruitt-Schutte Student Business Plan Competition
The winning team will be announced on Sunday, Oct. 19, as part of the convention’s First General Session.
NCPA laments SCOTUS decision to punt on Oklahoma PBM reform
Court’s inaction creates confusion in the states.
Registration open for NCPA 2025 Annual Convention
The convention is set for Oct. 18-21 in New Orleans, while the pre-convention events will take place Oct. 16-17.