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The Evolution of Patient Needs: How Independent Pharmacies Can Grow & Adapt

Digital Pharmacist

In this changing environment, independent pharmacies face increasing competition from retail, online, regional, and mail-order pharmacies. In numerous studies, retail pharmacies are continuously selected by patients because of their proximity to home and acceptance of their insurance.

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How Amazon could Disrupt Pharmacy Services

The Digital Apothecary

Nonetheless, having Amazon as a disruptive player in the pharmacy sphere is worth having some thoughts about, for those inside the pharmacy space and outside have some very different takes on the matter. Rather, it's just 'one more mail order pharmacy.' I think this difference in views comes down to several items.

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Why Pharmacists Are Leaving: Burnout, Low Pay & Unmet Expectations

The Happy PharmD

Theyre blamed for everything from insurance issues and drug shortages to skyrocketing drug prices, while the credit for the lives they save often goes unnoticed. They’re not only trying to fill prescriptions but also fighting with insurance companies, dealing with dose changes, and managing multiple other tasks.

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Medicare prescription drug plans: What are my options?

The Checkup by Singlecare

Private insurance companies, such as Blue Cross, are contracted with the Medicare program to administer Part C and Part D plans. Vaccines not covered by Medicare Part B. Medicare prescription drug plans only cover medications filled at a retail pharmacy or mail-order pharmacy. What’s not covered.