PQA seeks comments on proposed standard measure set for pharmacy accountability
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – The Pharmacy Quality Alliance (PQA) seeks comments on its “Proposed Standard Measure Set for Pharmacy Accountability in Value-Based Models.
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GIANT Food Stores intros pharmacy app
To make it easier for customers to manage their prescriptions, GIANT Food Stores has launched the GIANT Pharmacy App. When utilizing the free app, customers can request refills, transfer prescriptions and view prescription history.
AZOVA debuting Digital Healthcare Marketplace at NACDS
AZOVA announced Thursday its plans to debut the first ever Digital Health Marketplace bringing consumer access to pharmacy clinical services this month during National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) TSE Conference.
New report examines progress made across the Surescripts Network Alliance
ARLINGTON, Va. – A new report from Surescripts demonstrates how the nation’s leading health information network collaborated across the health care market to improve the accuracy of e-prescription transactions by 64% since 2016, leading to better e-prescribing quality, safety and cost.
Teva announces availability of a generic equivalent of EpiPen Jr.
Teva Pharmaceutical announced availability of the FDA-approved generic version of EpiPen Jr (epinephrine injection, USP) Auto-Injector, 0.15 mg, in the U.S. The product is available in most retail pharmacies, and the wholesale acquisition cost is $300 for a 2-pack.
PDX introduces data transmission solution, Envoy Dx
PDX is bringing to market its accurate data transmission solution, Envoy Dx. Gaining and maintaining access to specialty and limited-distribution networks involves adhering to specific procedures and meeting reporting requirements set by manufacturers.
Kroger Health awarded Community Pharmacy Practice Accreditation
Kroger Health recently received the CPPA Community Pharmacy Practice Accreditation through the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP).
J.D. Power releases 2019 U.S. pharmacy study
Despite the looming threat of disruption at the hands of e-commerce, the U.S. pharmacy industry continues to enjoy superior levels of customer satisfaction in both the brick-and-mortar and mail order segments, according to the J.D. Power 2019 U.S. Pharmacy Study, released Tuesday.
STRATACACHE showcasing specialized health care solutions at the NACDS TSE 2019
Focusing on audience engagement at retail pharmacies, STRATACACHE will exhibit three innovative digital in-store solutions at the National Association of Chain Drug Stores Total Store Expo 2019 (NACDS TSE).
Pharmacy Quality Solutions and COREreadiness team up
Pharmacy Quality Solutions (PQS), the leading technology provider of performance management services, announced Monday it has teamed up with COREreadiness, a leader in educational training for students and professionals entering the health care market, to provide new courses on the EQuIPP informatio
CVS, Rite Aid, Walmart severed from main opioid trial
The federal judge overseeing the landmark opioid suit Thursday severed CVS Health entities, Rite Aid and Walmart from the main bellwether trial scheduled for October.
Alfasigma announces that Zelnorm now available in the U.S. to treat IBS in adult women
Alfasigma USA announced Friday that Zelnorm (tegaserod) is now available in the United States as a prescription pharmaceutical treatment for irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C) in adult women less than 65 years of age. Alfasigma USA acquired Zelnorm from Sloan Pharma S.à r.l.
Innomar adds chronic care app
OAKVILLE, Ontario – Innomar Strategies, a Canadian specialty pharmaceuticals service provider and a part of AmerisourceBergen Corp.
Rite Aid offers flu shots chainwide
Rite Aid Thursday announced the availability of seasonal flu shots chainwide. Patients can get ahead of the lengthy flu season by visiting any Rite Aid to receive a flu shot from one of the company’s more than 6,300 certified immunizing pharmacists, subject to state regulations.
PCMA expands staff
The Pharmaceutical Care Management Association (PCMA) Thursday announced staff additions to its Federal Affairs, State Affairs, Strategic Communications, and Industry Relations departments. Jocelyn Wiles has been named senior director of federal affairs.
AmerisourceBergen names new EVP and CSO
AmerisourceBergen announces the appointment of Leslie Donato to its executive team as executive vice president and chief strategy officer.