PQA identifies eight areas for improving MTM service quality and measurement
Call developed as part of national initiative with stakeholder input.
Pharmacy
CDC: U.S. uninsured rate grows to 8%, a post-pandemic high
An estimated 27.1 million Americans of all ages were uninsured through March, according to the quarterly figures published last week.
Telepharmacies: A lifeline for health care access in the digital age
“Telepharmacies are a lifeline to patients with limited access to pharmacists. They provide remote medication consultations and prescription fulfillment by leveraging information and communication technology to connect pharmacists with people.”
Walgreens and This Must Be the Place expand access to Naloxone
This Must Be the Place and Walgreensteams up to provide more access to Naloxone for music and art lovers across the country.
RBC 2024: New perspectives, insights and inspiration to help pharmacies grow
The annual Retail Business Conference (RBC) brought together thousands of retail independent pharmacists, their staffs and their families to connect, gain insights, expand their knowledge and hear from Cardinal Health leaders.
EnlivenHealth and Good Neighbor Pharmacy aim to empower independents
“This new solution can provide vital guidance while enabling pharmacies to navigate state-specific regulations and reimbursement processes with confidence. We are thrilled about the positive impact this solution can have on patient care and pharmacy profitability.”Post this
Morning Consult’s Eli Yokley to speak at NACDS TSE political event
Political analyst’s unique approach matches well with one of the most provocative Presidential elections ever.
Kinney Drugs opens flu vaccine appointments
The chain offers several options to help make patients more comfortable during vaccinations.
Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy earns accreditations from URAC, ACHC
Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy has received Mail Service Pharmacy Accreditation from URAC for its home delivery pharmacy services, and Specialty Pharmacy Service Accreditation for select community-based specialty pharmacies from Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC).
Upsher-Smith rolls out TORPENZ (everolimus) tablets
Upsher-Smith Launches TORPENZ (everolimus) tablets
Flu and RSV vaccine appointments now available at Rite Aid locations
Rite Aid announces availability of Flu and RSV vaccine appointments at all locations
NACDS names Stephanie Katz to advance pharmacy reimbursement priorities
Stephanie Katz will lead reimbursement, innovation, and advocacy alongside Dr. Lauren Lyles-Stolz.
Research showing added health benefits from GLP-1 drugs
Prospective health benefits from GLP-1 drugs beyond weight loss and lower blood glucose continue to emerge.
PBMs have their say in Congress; report assails industry
The House Committee on Oversight and Accountability published a report ahead of the hearing slamming PBM practices.
NACDS receives 2024 Power of Associations Silver Award
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) has been named a 2024 Power of Associations Silver Award winner by the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) for its “Expanding Access to Food is Medicine Through Pharmacies” initiative.