Signify Health launches heart arrhythmia testing
Signify Health, a CVS Health company announced the addition of a heart arrhythmia test to its Diagnostic and Preventive Services offering.
Pharmacy
Local pharmacies on the brink, new poll reveals
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – As rumors swirl in Washington, D.C., that lawmakers may once again be punting on PBM reform, the National Community Pharmacists Association Tuesday released a survey showing many local pharmacies are running out of time.
NACDS engages in “White House Challenge to end hunger and build healthy communities”
WASHINGTON – The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) was highly visible at Tuesday’s “White House Challenge to End Hunger and Build Healthy Communities” celebration event.
WBA allowing use of Medicare Advantage benefits online
Walgreens announced it is the first community pharmacy to accept a broad array of Medicare Advantage supplemental benefits online, through Walgreens.com and the Walgreens app. Eligible members can now shop from a catalog of approximately 1,700 Shop Eligible Products on Walgreens digital channels.
NCPA introduces new Business Mastercard benefit
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – As part of its ongoing efforts to empower the country’s independent community pharmacists, the National Community Pharmacists Association is pleased to be launching exclusively to its members the new NCPA Business Mastercard.
IQVIA releases 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance Report
IQVIA, has published its 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report. The annual report provides a detailed account of the organization’s focus on reducing its environmental impact and commitment to accelerating positive outcomes for public health and patients.
PBM reforms in Medicare and Medicaid must be priority
WASHINGTON, DC – The National Association of Chain Drug Stores, the National Community Pharmacists Association, FMI – The Food Industry Association, the National Grocers Association, the American Pharmacists Association, the National Association of Specialty Pharmacy, and the National Alliance of St
PTCB expands accessibility to earn CPhT and CSPT certifications
The Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) is taking a significant step in improving exam accessibility by extending online testing options to those pursuing the Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) Certification and the Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician (CSPT) Certificatio
NACDS recognizes member pharmacies during American Heart Month
ARLINGTON, Va. – In honor of American Heart Month, the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) has released a series of digital content showcasing the role of NACDS member pharmacies in helping patients support their heart health through prevention and management of cardiovascular disease.
Nominations open for DrFirst’s 2024 Healthiverse Heroes Award
Nominations are open for health technology pioneer DrFirst’s 2024 Healthiverse Heroes Award. Now in its fourth year, the award honors healthcare organizations using technology to transform the delivery of care by reducing administrative burden for clinicians and improving safety for patients.
Cyberattack on UnitedHealth affects ability of some pharmacies to fill prescriptions
Some pharmacies across the country are reporting that they are having difficulty getting prescriptions to patients because of a cyberattack on a unit of UnitedHealth.
Specialty Pharmacy Alliance joins The Health Management Academy
WAKEFIELD, Mass. – The Health System Owned Specialty Pharmacy Alliance (HOSP), a non-profit trade association committed to advancing integrated specialty pharmacies, is thrilled to have joined The Health Management Academy (The Academy), a prominent force in healthcare innovation.
Rock legend Roger Daltrey to perform at Annual Meeting
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) announced that rock legend Roger Daltrey will perform at the grand finale during the Directors Dinner & Entertainment being held on Tuesday, April 30th, 7:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. closing out the 2024 NACDS Annual Meeting in Palm Beach, Fla.
Jobby John honored with NASPA Excellence in Innovation Award
MAPLE GROVE, Minn – Upsher-Smith Laboratories and the National Alliance of State Pharmacy Associations (NASPA) are pleased to announce that Jobby John, CEO and Founder of Nimbus Healthcare has been awarded a prestigious NASPA Excellence in Innovation Award.