Pharmacy
CVS to start trial for home Hemodialysis device
CVS Health announced Wednesday the initiation of a clinical trial designed to evaluate the safety and efficacy of the HemoCare Hemodialysis System for administration of home hemodialysis. The innovative device includes safety features and is designed to make home hemodialysis simple for patients.
NCPA announces finalists for student awards
The National Community Pharmacists Association announced that three teams of pharmacy students have been named finalists in the 2019 Good Neighbor Pharmacy NCPA Pruitt-Schutte Student Business Plan Competition.
Updox announces new services to help independents reach and acquire patients
DUBLIN, Ohio – Updox, a health care collaboration platform that provides pharmacies with an all-in-one solution needed to attract new customers, better engage existing patients and collaborate with prescribers, today announced it is the first and only healthcare partner to offer digital marketing se
Meijer pharmacy gives away 50 million free prescriptions
Meijer pharmacies marked a major milestone this week in helping customers lower their healthcare costs. The Midwestern retailer’s Free Prescription Drug program reached 50 million prescriptions filled since its launch in 2006, saving customers more than $650 million.
DIR fee relief urged in NACDS’ new campaign
ARLINGTON, Va. – Pharmacy “DIR fees” that have exploded by 45,000 percent from 2010 to 2017 are inflating seniors’ out-of-pocket costs for prescription drugs and forcing pharmacies out of business.
PerceptiMed appoints Frank Starn CEO
The board of directors of PerceptiMed announced Tuesday that Frank Starn has been appointed chief executive officer. Citing the success the company is having with its scripClip pick-to-light will call system, Dr.
Cardinal Health appoints Stephen Mason to lead medical segment
Cardinal Health announced Tuesday that Stephen Mason, president of the company’s Cardinal Health at-Home Solutions business, has been promoted to chief executive officer of Cardinal Health’s Medical segment.
NACDS praises Missouri’s e-prescribing Law
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) on Monday praised Missouri’s enactment of SB 514, which requires electronic prescriptions for controlled substances, with specified exceptions, effective January 1, 2021.
Rite Aid partners with Google Maps
CAMP HILL, Pa. – Rite Aid and The Rite Aid Foundation announced Monday that over 550 medication disposal units across the nation are now searchable on Google Maps, making it even easier for people to safely dispose of unneeded or unwanted medications.
HDA issues new report on Rx drug importation
A new report published by the HDA Research Foundation concludes that federal proposals to permit the importation of prescription drugs into the U.S. fail to provide comprehensive guidance and funding to meet current federal safety and quality standards.
Walgreens prepares for Tropical Storm Barry
Walgreens is taking proactive measures to assist customers, team members and communities currently in the projected path of Tropical Storm Barry, and is preparing to fully support any impacted regions in its aftermath.
Amneal announces restructuring and costs savings plan
Amneal Pharmaceuticals announced this week a comprehensive restructuring plan designed to reduce its cost base, further right size its organization and optimize its global manufacturing infrastructure.
204 pharmacy stakeholder groups urge senate finance to fix DIR
Support for pharmacy direct and indirect remuneration fee reform continues to grow, with 204 pharmacy stakeholder and patient advocacy groups urging the Senate Finance Committee to include pharmacy DIR fee reform in its forthcoming drug pricing legislation. Nearly a quarter of the U.S.
Smith Drug, PerceptiMed announce distributorship agreement
Smith Drug Co. has entered into a non-exclusive agreement to distribute the PerceptiMed, scripClip will-call system to pharmacies.
PBMs support transparency for consumers, health plan sponsors, policymakers
The Pharmaceutical Care Management Association (PCMA) issued the following statement on today’s action by the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health drug pricing transparency legislation: PCMA applauds the Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health for advancing legislation promoting real-