The Happy PharmD

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

While a 3% drop in the number of pharmacies across the country might not seem significant on the surface, imagine if 3% of schools or hospitals closed. This mass closure affects both large chains like CVS, Walgreens, and Rite Aid, as well as smaller independent pharmacies that serve rural and underserved communities.

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National Association of Boards of Pharmacy

JANUARY 13, 2023

I have worked as a pharmacist for a large chain of retail pharmacies and a chain of independent pharmacies, and as a pharmacist-in-charge (PIC) for a large hospital pharmacy. I owned a retail pharmacy for 21 years. I began working for the Board after selling my pharmacy.

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Proxsys Rx

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Since the 2020 advent of manufacturer restrictions, while the average 340B hospital’s revenues have decreased significantly, the 340B revenue of every hospital we serve has increased. In countless instances, we’ve identified solid contract relationships with pharmacies located within walking distance of the hospitals.

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Ramblings of a pharmacist

APRIL 19, 2022

In his comment, he claimed that the number of independent pharmacies has grown over the past 10 years, and the PBM market is plenty competitive because there are over 70 PBMs! ” I think that getting involved in fights over whose method to count pharmacies is better is silly and pointless. Here’s why.

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The Happy PharmD

JULY 4, 2024

This hands-on approach contrasts sharply with the routine of retail or hospital pharmacy settings, where pharmacists focus more on dispensing medications already manufactured. Flexibility in compounding pharmacy roles varies but often includes regular business hours and minimal weekend work, akin to independent pharmacy settings.

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RX Note

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

location and number of competitors) A new pharmacy should be located at least 300 meters radius from an existing pharmacy outlet. number and type of physicians) Open near a hospital Financing (e.g. Summary Starting an independent pharmacy is a complex process, so take advantage of expert knowledge to guide you (e.g.

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Ramblings of a pharmacist

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Mark's Hospital (apparently a subsidiary of HCA), has not transitioned to the new SCRIPT standard. 4) According to the independent pharmacy helpline at SureScripts, height and weight will be required on ALL prescriptions for children with the new SCRIPT standard (for which the CMS mandate goes into effect 1/1/2020).

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Putting Patients First Blog

JULY 2, 2024

Key Medicare tools to safeguard against pharmacy fraud and inappropriate billing do not apply to Part D. NHC comments to the FTC on PBM business practices and the impact on independent pharmacies and consumers. Retrieved from [link] iii National Health Council. Blendon, R., and Schnieder, E. hstc=117268889.c6acac5669d4f1e6063a774e6d96c6b5.1716560813145.1716560813145.1716560813145.1&

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Digital Pharmacist

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Below is a quick summary to help your eligible patients prepare: Medicare Part A: Hospital insurance that includes inpatient and overnight hospital care, skilled nursing facility services, nursing home care, hospice care, and home health services. Digital Pharmacist is committed to helping independent pharmacies succeed.

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The Physician Pharmacist

OCTOBER 5, 2023

And Nathan, I wish I had a really profound story in the pharmacy, you know, many, many individuals do in terms of a healthcare situation that may be impacted them or their families that motivated their interest in in health care, really, for me, it was, you know, I was 18 years old, and I loved science and math. And I said, No, I have not.

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Digital Pharmacist

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Below is a breakdown of what you need to be aware of when assisting patients with 2024 open enrollments, as well as a few tips on how your pharmacy can prepare for this busy time at the pharmacy.

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The Physician Pharmacist

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

I've been picking up shifts, occasionally at a friend's independent pharmacy. And over the summer, I'm hoping to maybe find another job and or just increase the hours that I work at their pharmacy. But what a great point, a lot of physicians are definitely oblivious to how the pharmacy a runs itself. Over the summer.

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The Happy PharmD

JANUARY 10, 2025

Meanwhile, pharmacy closures continue unabated, blindsiding pharmacists and their communities. Its not just independent pharmacies anymore; even the big chains are cutting back, leaving patients and providers in the lurch. Pharmacists are starting to break free from the traditional molds of hospital and community roles.

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pharmacy mentor

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Disruption of Medicine Supplies Pharmacies play a vital role in managing repeat prescriptions and ensuring patients receive their medications on time. When pharmacies close, patients face delays, missed doses, and even interruptions in essential treatments.

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National Association of Boards of Pharmacy

OCTOBER 11, 2023

of pharmacies reported that buprenorphine was in stock at the time of the patient’s request, with chains being more likely to have stock than independent pharmacies. Before the X-waiver was eliminated, only 57.9% This number varies greatly by state, with 37.1% in Florida vs 83.9% in Washington.

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STAT

MARCH 17, 2025

A new breed of pharmacy benefit managers is pushing an unusual cost-saving strategy that lets their employer clients tap a federal program meant for hospitals that serve the poor , The Wall Street Journal tells us. Hospitals can pocket the savings, but they can also choose to pass the discounts on to patients at their pharmacies.

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