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Mitigating the Rising Costs of Specialty Drug Therapies
According to the Department of Health and Human Services, 50% of total drug spending in 2021 was represented by specialty drugs. And in 2024, another report projects specialty drug costs to increase by nearly 15%. These staggering statistics underscore the significant financial burden imposed by specialty drugs on healthcare systems and patients alike. What Are
Your Guide to Understanding the 340B Drug Pricing Program
Table of Contents How Does the 340B Program Work? Why is 340B Important? Who is Eligible? What Drugs Are Covered? Who Can Receive 340B Drugs? Why are Eligibility Qualifications so Important? 340B Program Requirements for Maintaining Compliance How is 340B Compliance Monitored? Optimizing Your Pharmacy for 340B How Will the 340B Program Likely Change in
Current Issues Facing Hospital Pharmacies in 2024
In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, hospital pharmacies are constantly having to evolve in order to face new challenges as well as manage the lingering impacts of COVID-19 on the industry. As a critical player in patient care, it can be tough to navigate the complex intersections where multiple factors demand immediate attention in the
How to Prevent Medication Errors: 5 Tips for Hospital Pharmacies
Regular use of medication is widespread across the United States. According to a national survey, 81% of respondents had taken some form of medication the previous week, and 50% took at least one prescription medication.1 With such prevalent use, it’s easy to see how patients can get confused about what they’re taking, and overworked healthcare professionals
Pharmacy Week Profile: Yahya Bello – The Path from Pharmacy Technician to Pharmacist
In celebration of National Pharmacy Week and to honor the incredible achievements and impacts pharmacy professionals make in the field of healthcare, we are sharing personal stories from some of our own pharmacy team members. In December 2020, the world was experiencing a global pandemic. Schools were closed, hospital beds were full, and Pharmacy Technician,
Pharmacy Week Profile: Elliot Marino, CompleteRx System Clinical Manager
In celebration of National Pharmacy Week and to honor the incredible achievements and impacts pharmacy professionals make in the field of healthcare, we are sharing personal stories from some of our own pharmacy team members. For 33-year-old Elliot Marino, the last couple of years have taught him a lot. The most significant lessons I take
Customer Service Counts: Enrique Najera Pharmacist in Charge
In celebration of National Pharmacy Week and to honor the incredible achievements and impacts pharmacy professionals make in the field of healthcare, we are sharing personal stories from some of our own pharmacy team members. Following a ten-minute technical glitch (on my end), I am finally able to connect with the friendly, amiable voice on
White Bagging vs. Brown Bagging Practices in Hospital Pharmacy and Health Systems
White bagging and brown bagging are two distinct ways of delivering specialty medications to patients that have gained prominence in recent years. But how do they stack up to clear bagging and the newest standard of gold bagging? And where does traditional buy and bill fit into the mix? Let’s delve into these practices, define
National Pharmacist Month: Celebrating Our Healthcare Heroes
Every October, Americans come together to celebrate National Pharmacist Month. It’s a great time to recognize and appreciate the invaluable contributions that pharmacists, technicians, and pharmacy teams make to patient care. This month offers plenty of opportunities to shed light on the vital role they play in helping people in our communities, hospitals, and beyond