Aetna invests $235,000 to urban farms in Chicago area
DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. – Aetna Better Health of Illinois, a CVS Health company, has provided over $235,000 to support urban farming in the greater Chicago area.
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Hy-Vee launches new resource to help provide affordable insulin
Hy-Vee, Inc. is launching a new resource to help patients with diabetes who are covered under commercial/private insurance save on hundreds of insulin products at their local Hy-Vee Pharmacy.
URAC offers new health equity accreditation for a wide-range of health care organizations
URAC, the nation’s largest independent health care accreditation organization, today launched a health equity program that will showcase organizations’ commitment to health equity and addressing health care disparities within the communities they serve.
RedSail Technologies offers improved user experience for DocuTrack secure messaging interface
RedSail Technologies announced an enhanced user experience for customers of its premier product, DocuTrack, thanks to a pivotal partnership with Mediprocity.
Fall into Autumn with The GIANT Company’s dietitians
CARLISLE, Pa. – Looking for inspiration to bring your family together on those chilly fall evenings? The GIANT Company’s team of dietitians have plenty of ideas from creating value-packed meals in a snap to spooky snack crafting for Halloween.
Meijer partners with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
DETROIT – For the first time, Meijer is entering into the health insurance space through a new partnership with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan on a Medicare Advantage plan, called Medicare Plus Blue PPO + Meijer.
Boehringer Ingelheim’s interchangeable biosimilar to Humira now available at a discount
RIDGEFIELD, Conn. – Adalimumab-adbm is approved to treat multiple chronic inflammatory diseases and will be priced at an 81% discount to Humira. It is also available under the brand name Cyltezo, which launched in July 2023 and is priced at a 5% discount to Humira.
The critical role of specialized handling in medical product and pharmaceutical supply chain
Specialized handling capabilities within the healthcare supply chain, such as cold storage and chemical vaults, are essential to safeguarding the potency and efficacy of life-saving medicine and medical products.
SingleCare announces the winners of Best of the Best Pharmacy Awards
BOSTON – SingleCare, the free prescription savings service that consistently delivers the lowest prices on the most commonly filled prescriptions, today announced the winners of its fifth annual Best of the Best Pharmacy Awards.
Rx Roundtable: Industry solidly unified at a pivotal time for pharmacy
Momentum for PBM reform was among the hot topics at a pharmacy roundtable conducted by Chain Drug Review during the NACDS Total Store Expo this summer in San Diego.
How will the Inflation Reduction Act impact pharmacies?
On August 16, the Biden administration enacted the groundbreaking Inflation Reduction Act, a multifaceted law that addresses inflation, reduces the federal deficit and invests in long-term sustainability.
Aetna 2024 Medicare plans offer more choices
Aetna, a CVS Health company announced their 2024 Medicare products ― the largest Medicare offering in our history ― featuring more choices, flexible benefit allowances, a strong provider network and further simplified medical and prescription drug plans that support members’ overall health and well-
NCPA announces upcoming events for pharmacy teams
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – The National Community Pharmacists Association announces these upcoming events for pharmacists and pharmacy team members: Oct. 4 – Engage the 4Ms Model: Why Your Pharmacy is Prime for Integrating a Novel Collaborative to Impact Your Community and Your Bottom Line, online course.
NACDS praises Senate Finance Committee’s bipartisan press toward “Real PBM Reform”
ARLINGTON, VA.– The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) is hailing further progress in the U.S. Congress to confront “pharmaceutical benefit manipulation” by middlemen.
NCPA Survey: Chain pharmacy closures an opportunity and a threat for independents
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – Nearby independent community pharmacies largely anticipate being able to help major chain pharmacy patients left scrambling by closed stores or cut hours, though low reimbursements from pharmacy benefit managers and other contracting issues may make it difficult to do so.
Albertsons Cos. Pharmacies now offering new vaccine services for RSV
More than 1,700 Albertsons Cos.