Fierce Healthcare

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Several independent pharmacies have filed suit against pharmacy benefit management giant Express Scripts, alleging that the company colluded with Prime Therapeutics to fix reimbursement rates.

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Pharmacy Times

JUNE 30, 2023

Independent pharmacies can provide more personalized care to individuals with behavioral health conditions or intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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Drug Topics

APRIL 21, 2023

The expansion from Express Scripts offers increased reimbursement opportunities and creates an Independent Pharmacy Advisory Committee to expand the role of rural, suburban and urban pharmacies in the healthcare system.

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Drug Topics

APRIL 9, 2024

Brian Rakers, senior vice president of distribution and member support at Pharmacists Mutual Insurance Group, talked cybersecurity during a session at AAP 2024.

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The Happy PharmD

JUNE 5, 2024

Embarking on a career path in independent pharmacy is a significant decision. Independent pharmacies, unlike their larger chain counterparts, operate with a distinct flair. Independent pharmacy salaries vary, but they generally lean towards the lower end compared to big chains. Let’s talk numbers.

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Pharmacy Times

AUGUST 21, 2023

Throughout RBC 2023, Cardinal Health leaders recognized the role of retail independent pharmacies as cornerstones in their communities, delivering personalized care with passion and dedication to the families they serve.

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Digital Pharmacist

OCTOBER 26, 2023

By understanding what led retail pharmacy team members to take these drastic actions, we can look at what independent pharmacies can do to avoid similar issues and also how independents can help members of these communities affected by the closures of retail chains.

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Pharmacy Times

JUNE 25, 2024

McKesson is helping to address financial challenges facing independent pharmacies.

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Independent Pharmacies 50

Drug Store News

JUNE 1, 2023

Through Square, Cardinal Health is offering its independent pharmacy customers access to manage business operations, integrate flexible payment options for in-store and more.

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Drug Topics

APRIL 19, 2024

A Q&A with Joe McKamey, general manager at Marcrom’s Pharmacy in Manchester, Tennessee.

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Digital Pharmacist

APRIL 25, 2023

f you’re an independent pharmacy owner or pharmacist, you’re probably aware of the upcoming changes to DIR fees that will take effect in 2024. In this blog post, we will discuss the evolution of DIR fees leading up to the DIR fee changes coming in 2024, and the pros and cons independent pharmacies owners should prepare for.

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DiversifyRx

JANUARY 11, 2023

Independent pharmacy owners everywhere are facing the same problems you are every day. Out Top Independent Pharmacy KPI Optimization Blogs of 2022. KPI Optimization: The 6th Pharmacy Profit Pillar – Ready to start your Pharmacy Badass Journey? Check out our 6th Pharmacy Profit Pillar.

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DiversifyRx

JANUARY 11, 2023

Check out our Top 2022 articles on Team Development for Independent Pharmacies. Last week we shared our Top 2022 Pharmacy Blog posts for Independent Pharmacy Marketing , which covers our 4th Pharmacy Profit Pillar Marketing. Our Top Independent Pharmacy Team Development Blogs of 2022.

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Independent Pharmacies 98

DiversifyRx

JANUARY 4, 2023

Last week we shared our Top 2022 Blog Resources To Optimize your PBM Revenue , which covers our third Pharmacy Profit Pillar PBM Optimization. This week we will dive into the most popular blogs from 2022 that focus on independent pharmacy marketing, our fourth Pharmacy Profit Pillar. Pharmacy Marketing Trends in 2022.

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Drug Topics

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Ginny Langbehn, vice president of marketing and communications at American Associated Pharmacies (AAP) sat down with B. The National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) is leading the way on PBM reform.

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Drug Topics

MARCH 7, 2024

As pharmacy benefit managers gain leverage to continue driving up drug prices, local pharmacies struggle to keep up and Congress has been called to act—but it might be too late

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DiversifyRx

MAY 13, 2024

This principle can be incredibly beneficial in managing an independent pharmacy. While independent pharmacy is a unique industry, it is also a business. Successful businesspeople can teach us a lot that we can apply to our pharmacies. Application: Streamlined Operations: Simplify your processes wherever possible.

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Fierce Healthcare

AUGUST 14, 2023

Chutes & Ladders—Cleveland Clinic hires first chief analytics officer; Express Scripts exec to work with independent pharmacies ntong Mon, 08/14/2023 - 10:37

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Drug Topics

JULY 18, 2024

Mayank Amin, PharmD, RPh, MBA, sat down with Drug Topics on part 1 of an episode of Over the Counter to share his experiences transforming a shuttered independent pharmacy into a thriving community hub.

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DiversifyRx

JULY 11, 2024

The post DSCSA Postponement And What It Means For Independent Pharmacies first appeared on DiversifyRx. The DiversifyRx team is always here to help. You can submit questions to info@diversifyrx.com or browse the DiversifyRx website for tons of free resources.

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Drug Topics

MAY 24, 2024

Experienced litigation lawyer Mark Cuker sat down with Drug Topics to discuss pharmacy benefit managers and their often corrupt practices.

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PioneerRx

MARCH 1, 2023

Independent pharmacy celebrated a huge win last week as the US Supreme Court issued a a historic ruling on Rutledge v. The unanimous decision.

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Independent Pharmacies 52

DiversifyRx

MAY 7, 2024

This loss of contract would devastate most independent pharmacies. You can submit any questions you have to drlisafaast.com, or members can submit them through the Pharmacy Badass University membership portal. The post How To Properly Use A Manufacturer Coupon in Independent Pharmacy first appeared on DiversifyRx.

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Fierce Healthcare

MAY 30, 2023

Optum launching new programs that lean on independent pharmacies to close care gaps pminemyer Tue, 05/30/2023 - 16:03

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Drug Topics

APRIL 6, 2024

Joe McKamey, general manager at Marcrom’s Pharmacy in Manchester, Tennessee, talks about why pharmacies should open their own Medicare-focused insurance agency and what steps and preparations they can take to ensure a successful launch and operation.

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Drug Topics

APRIL 24, 2024

A Q&A with Douglas Hoey, CEO of NCPA, on ways to change the pharmacy payment model and deceptive practices being employed by PBMs.

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Independent Pharmacies 112

Digital Pharmacist

APRIL 13, 2023

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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DiversifyRx

JUNE 21, 2024

This week’s tax-saving tips for independent pharmacy owners come from Sean at Integrity Pharmacy Consultants. I highly recommend Sean and his team if you are buying, selling, or transferring a pharmacy. See the original post HERE. We highly recommend Sean.

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Pharmacy Times

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Tune in to this episode of the Independent Rx Forum for a comprehensive overview of the National Community Pharmacists Association's legislative priorities, updates on critical pharmacy-related bills, and insights into the legislative process.

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DiversifyRx

MARCH 22, 2024

This is why independent pharmacies should focus more on targeted marketing. Independent pharmacy owners face the challenge of staying profitable while maintaining the personal touch that sets them apart. The post The Case for Targeted Marketing for Independent Pharmacy Owners first appeared on DiversifyRx.

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Drug Topics

APRIL 14, 2023

Four independent pharmacists shared their journeys to become pharmacy owners.

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Drug Topics

OCTOBER 19, 2023

When pet parents fill a prescription online, they lose the opportunity to consult with a pharmacist.

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Independent Pharmacies 201

PioneerRx

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Irving, TX - PioneerRx Pharmacy Software is now offering a fully-integrated, internet-based Cloud Fax capability for independent pharmacies. Cloud Fax enables

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DiversifyRx

APRIL 22, 2024

This past weekend I was sucked into watching a favorite movie of mine, Moneyball, and I was reminded of how dang good it is AND the amazing business lessons it can teach independent pharmacy owners. The Same Yet Different You are in the same game as our giant pharmacy competitors. They focus on things like volume and flu shots.

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Independent Pharmacies 52

Pharmaceutical Commerce

JUNE 27, 2024

The deal offers member pharmacies two pricing options, which will take effect Aug.

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Independent Pharmacies 105

Drug Topics

JUNE 14, 2023

Drug Topics spoke to father and son pharmacist duo Grant and Austin Brown for a conversation about the evolution of the practice, the importance of holding elected officials accountable, and more.

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Independent Pharmacies 187

Drug Topics

AUGUST 29, 2023

Caring for pets is easier when a pharmacist is involved.

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