EQuIPP pharmacy quality platform extends reach
The EQuIPP platform for measuring pharmacy performance has reached a milestone. Pharmacy Quality Solutions Inc. (PQS) said Monday that EQuIPP — to which 90% of U.S.
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Study: Appointment-based med sync gets results
Pharmacies offering appointment-based medication synchronization (ABMS) can improve patients’ adherence to their prescriptions and, in turn, produce better health outcomes, a study conducted for the National Community Pharmacists Association and Arkansas Pharmacists Association finds.
Walgreens assesses relationship with Theranos
Walgreens is mulling its next steps in its partnership with clinical lab testing provider Theranos Inc., whose technology has come under fire in recent media reports.
Obama rallies public/private efforts vs. drug abuse
The pharmacy industry is doing its part to help stem the tide of prescription drug abuse and heroin use as part of wide-ranging, public- and private-sector efforts announced this week by President Barack Obama. At a community forum in Charleston, W.Va.
MinuteClinic hits the 1,000 mark
MinuteClinic, the walk-in medical clinic segment of CVS Health, has opened its 1,000th location nationwide. CVS said its newest clinic opened its doors Thursday on Dupont Circle in Washington, D.C.
Industry stresses value of MTM
For a congressional hearing on medication therapy management, the National Association of Chain Drug Stores emphasized the value of pharmacists in providing MTM services, especially in improving medication adherence, patient health and health care affordability for Medicare patients.
Fruth recognized for stop-meth efforts
Lynne Fruth, President of Fruth Pharmacy, has been honored for her company’s commitment to help prevent the sale of drugs used in the making of methamphetamine, known as “meth.
Rite Aid reopens store damaged in Baltimore riots
Rite Aid Corp. is holding a ribbon-cutting event to mark the reopening of its store in Baltimore that was heavily damaged during the city’s riots in April. On Tuesday afternoon, Rite Aid executive vice president of operations Bryan Everett is slated to be joined by U.S. Rep. Elijah Cummings (D., Md.
Pharmacy chains step up Part D assistance
Chain drug retailers have begun extensive outreach programs to provide consumers with access to information and resources for Medicare Part D and Health Insurance Marketplace coverage options. Medicare Part D annual enrollment began Oct. 15 and runs through Dec. 7.
Health Mart kicks off Town Hall events tour
Through early 2016, Health Mart plans to host more than 100 Town Hall continuing education events nationwide to promote medication synchronization programs among its member pharmacies.
CVS/pharmacy promotes preventive care
CVS Health has commenced its annual free health screening campaign, Project Health, which will visit select CVS/pharmacy stores in key markets nationwide.
CurrentC mobile payment pilot draws more retailers
More large retail chains have begun piloting the CurrentC secure mobile payment platform from Merchant Customer Exchange (MCX) at select stores.
NCPA: Independent pharmacies holding their own
Independent community pharmacies are making strides in diversifying their revenue despite pressure from thinning prescription reimbursements and narrow pharmacy networks, according to the National Community Pharmacists Association.
Rite Aid Foundation makes donation for S.C. flood relief
The Rite Aid Foundation is lending a hand to those affected by last week’s severe flooding in South Carolina.
Benzer Pharmacy expands into Georgia
Benzer Pharmacy has set up shop in a new state, Georgia, with the official opening of a new drug store in Greensboro. Along with retail pharmacy services, the Greensboro store offers compounding and specialty medications.
NCPA, HHS team up to drive enrollment
The National Community Pharmacists Association is working with U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to help spur enrollment in health insurance plans.