Drug Topics

JULY 1, 2025

Q&A: Pharmacies Grapple With Patient Influx Amid Rite Aid Closures / JHVEPhoto - stock.adobe.com In Pennsylvania, where Rite Aid is based, hundreds of stores across the state are expected to close. That means a robust immunization program for COVID-19, flu, shingles, pneumococcal and beyond. Medication therapy management services.

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Drug Topics

JUNE 5, 2025

This change is driven by a growing recognition that pharmacies can play a crucial role in closing patient care gaps and improving health outcomes. Payers and healthcare organizations are now willing to pay pharmacies for clinical services that go beyond traditional prescription filling.

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Drug Topics

JUNE 25, 2025

However, the prescription fill rates were low for patients with Medicare Advantage or those who were commercially insured, with only 9.7% of patients on a short-acting insulin and 2.3% on long-acting insulin only receiving a glucagon fill. Read more from our coverage of the ADA’s 85th Scientific Sessions.

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Digital Pharmacist

JULY 11, 2023

By diversifying services and embracing a patient-centered approach, independent pharmacies can position themselves as vital healthcare hubs within their communities. One effective strategy to achieve this is by offering top-notch clinical services that not only enhance patient care but also contribute to a significant revenue boost.

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