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Leveraging Technology to Optimize Medication Therapy Management (MTM) Services

Digital Pharmacist

Pharmacies play a crucial role in healthcare by ensuring patients receive the right medications and proper guidance on their usage. Medication Therapy Management (MTM) services are essential for improving patient outcomes and medication adherence.

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Maximizing Impact Through Specialty Medication Therapy Management

PharmD Live

PharmD Lives virtual clinical pharmacists provide a proactive, AI-driven Medication Therapy Management (MTM) solution that optimizes specialty drug utilization, ensures adherence and reduces unnecessary spending.

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7 Ways To Improve Medication Adherence and Lower DIR Fees

Digital Pharmacist

Pharmacy Performance Metrics Medication Adherence: Non-adherence to three chronic disease categories — oral diabetes medications, statins for cholesterol, and hypertension medications — impacts a pharmacy’s adherence score.

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Pharmacist-Led Telehealth Solution Fills Care Gap Created by Retail Pharmacy Closures

PharmD Live

With expertise in pharmacology, medication management and chronic disease support, PCMs are equipped to monitor and guide patients virtually, offering continuity in care and an essential touchpoint for individuals who cannot easily access in-person pharmacy services.

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Chronic Care Management (CCM): Revolutionizing U.S. Healthcare in 2025

PharmD Live

Medicare Chronic Care Management (CCM) offers a structured approach to improve the health and well-being of individuals living with multiple chronic conditions. It involves coordinated care and patient education from healthcare providers to help individuals effectively manage conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease.

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How clinical pharmacists can save lives and employer costs

HealthPartners

Then, I help them manage their medication routine to fit their life situation so they can take their meds consistently and effectively," she explains. As part of the 2003 Medicare Prescription Drug, Improvement, and Modernization Act, medication therapy management (MTM) is offered to those with Medicare Part D prescription drug plans.

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Solutions for Constipation Relief

The Thyroid Pharmacist

Diabetic Neuropathy Diabetic neuropathy, a common complication of long-term high blood sugar and insulin resistance, can cause constipation. 40] Additionally, some diabetes medications can contribute to this issue. 88] This can be particularly beneficial in managing slow digestion often seen in diabetic gastroparesis.