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A Long Time Coming: DEA Regs Finally Authorize Schedule II Prescription Partial Fills

FDA Law Blog: Biosimilars

In addition, a pharmacist could partially fill a schedule II prescription issued to patients in a Long Term Care Facility or who have a terminal medical illness diagnosis. For an emergency oral prescription, the prescribing practitioner must communicate the information to the pharmacist during the oral communication.

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Too Much of a Good Thing? Unpacking the Rise of Polypharmacy in Seniors

PharmD Live

“Polypharmacy and Elderly Patients: A 2020 Study,” Journal of Geriatric Care ). Residents of Long-Term Care Facilities: Patients in these settings experience a polypharmacy rate approximately 50% higher than their counterparts living independently in the community. Reference: Smith, J. &

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NHC Comments on Medicare Prescription Payment Plan

Putting Patients First Blog

It is vital that communication, both for beneficiaries and for health care providers and pharmacists, adhere to these principles. Lastly, the NHC stresses the importance of continuous monitoring and evaluation of the outreach, education, and communication strategies to identify areas for improvement.

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NHC Comments on Medicare Prescription Payment Plan

Putting Patients First Blog

It is vital that communication, both for beneficiaries and for health care providers and pharmacists, adhere to these principles. Lastly, the NHC stresses the importance of continuous monitoring and evaluation of the outreach, education, and communication strategies to identify areas for improvement.