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The Dangerous Truth About Mail Order Pharmacies: Rising Costs and Hidden Risks

The Happy PharmD

Mail order pharmacies have exploded in popularity in recent years, but many pharmacists and patients are starting to notice something isnt quite right. PBMs dominate the market and have been incentivizing patients to use mail order pharmacies, claiming it saves money and provides greater convenience.

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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. To stay competitive, it is key for independent pharmacies to adapt to changing patient needs by leveraging technology and providing elevated patient care beyond their medication needs.

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7 Ways To Improve Medication Adherence and Lower DIR Fees

Digital Pharmacist

In 2008, the Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) created the Five-Star Rating System, also referred to as Star Ratings , to evaluate health plans for service quality, patient care, and medication adherence. CMS applies Star Ratings at the plan level, which in turn create performance metrics for their pharmacy network.

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

The Happy PharmD

It wasnt about patient care. The career growth in pharmacy is practically non-existent. When local pharmacies close, patients are left scrambling, sometimes relying on mail-order pharmacies or traveling long distances for their medications. I know because Ive been there.

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Upcoming Changes to the Mifepristone REMS Program: Implications for Pharmacy Practice

Birth Control Pharmacist

In the coming months, mifepristone (Mifeprex) is anticipated to have an updated Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS) Program that allows dispensing through local brick-and-mortar and mail-order pharmacies. Background.