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How Digital Technologies are Optimizing Patient/Member Health Outcomes

Omnicell

In fact, more than 95% of Americans live within just a few miles of a community pharmacy, which is one reason why pharmacies will be on the frontlines of administering the COVID-19 vaccine once it’s available.

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9 ways pharmacy technician roles are changing

The Checkup by Singlecare

Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) expanded pharmacy technicians roles to include administering vaccines and point-of-care testing during the COVID-19 pandemic. That legislation has stuck since then, and it has received a positive response from the pharmacy community. Responsibilities vary, but may include: 1.

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How Amazon could Disrupt Pharmacy Services

The Digital Apothecary

This all requires communication by the pharmacy team between providers, patients, and insurers to get medication to the patient. For instance, a physical location offers the ability to offer vaccinations and filling of same-day needed prescriptions (such as antibiotics, pain medications, etc.) after seeing a doctor visit.