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How to help patients with prior authorization

The Checkup by Singlecare

Many patients arrive at the pharmacy ready to pick up their medication only to find out their prescription needs prior authorization , which can lead to frustration and confusion. Insurance companies use prior authorization to manage costs and ensure a procedure or medication is safe and appropriate for a patient.

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Pharmacy Profit Boost: Travel Medications

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Enhanced Patient Care As healthcare providers, our primary goal is to prioritize the well-being of our patients. Offering travel medication demonstrates your commitment to comprehensive care by addressing the unique health needs associated with travel. We recommend creating bundles for cash-paying prescriptions.

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Leveraging Technology to Optimize Medication Therapy Management (MTM) Services

Digital Pharmacist

Eligibility for MTM services can vary depending on the pharmacy and the specific requirements set by the pharmacy or the payer (such as Medicare or private insurance). Insurance Coverage: Some private insurance plans may offer MTM services to their members, and eligibility criteria may vary among insurance providers.

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New  Pharmacy Profit Boost: Travel Medications

DiversifyRx

By providing travel medication services, you can become your patients’ trusted companion on their globetrotting escapades before they leave for their trip. Enhanced Patient Care As healthcare providers, our primary goal is to prioritize the well-being of our patients. Let’s delve into the myriad benefits: 1.Enhanced

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How Pharmacists Can Use Artificial Intelligence To Advance Their Practice: Insights From ChatGPT

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Streamlined Prescription Filling : AI systems can automate prescription filling processes by extracting relevant information from electronic prescriptions, verifying insurance coverage, and generating labels. This reduces manual errors, saves time, and allows pharmacists to focus on patient care.

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Pros & Cons of Telemedicine

BuzzRx

There were several regulatory changes made during the COVID-19 public health emergency, including an increase in insurance coverage for telemedicine services. Reduced healthcare costs: Patients save money and time traveling to a doctor’s office. They can simply attend a virtual appointment at the designated time.

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What HCPs think about health equity in cancer care

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The topic rose to significance in the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) whereby they updated their mission statement in 2020 to “Conquering cancer through research, education, and promotion of the highest quality, equitable patient care.” Over 40% of those posts cited insurance companies alongside these access issues.

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