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At the Precipice of Retail Pharmacy Transformation

Omnicell

A great deal of awareness was generated about the importance of community pharmacies in healthcare and patient outcomes due to the pandemic. Some pharmacies operated in a manual setting, attempting to accomplish everything simultaneously. Next, they rolled out immunization reminders.

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Medicare Beneficiaries in Underserved Areas and Pharmacist Provider Status

Omnicell

James Stevenson Chief Clinical Officer, Omnicell Since the beginning of COVID-19, healthcare employment has fallen by 524,000 jobs , resulting in a nationwide shortage of nurses, technicians, and more. A physician shortage is another looming issue. For years, the United States has been predicting a physician shortage.