Medication, Access, & Hope

LTC Pharmacies Empower CCBHCs in Behavioral Health Contributed by Jason Dana Costa, President and CEO, Horizon Pharmacy Would you believe that Rhode Island, a state nestled among world-renowned hospital systems and a high density of biotech and medical research, has among the highest rate of adult mental illness in the United States at 24%1of the […]

Specialty Pharmacy 2025: Navigating the Crossroads of Innovation and Access

Contributed by Sheila Arquette, President & CEO, National Association of Specialty Pharmacy (NASP) As the healthcare landscape evolves, specialty pharmacy remains at the forefront; dynamic, demanding, and often disruptive. The rapid pace of scientific discovery and medical innovation challenges providers across the care continuum to find smarter, more effective ways to support patients with complex […]

DRUG DIVERSION in Hospital Pharmacies

Contributed by: Mark Garofoli, Clinical Associate Professor, Director of Experiential Learning, & Clinical Pain/Addiction Pharmacist at WVU School of PharmacyWhat is drug diversion in hospital pharmacies, and why is it a serious problem?Drug diversion is the unlawful channeling of regulated medications from legal sources to the illicit market and its prevention is a serious consideration […]

Patient Care: Adherence, Compliance, Remote Monitoring, Med Sync Q&A

Contributed by Miriam Cho, PharmD, President and Chief Pharmacy Officer at MACRx Q. What strategies or tools have you found most effective in improving patient medication adherence and compliance? Improving patient medication adherence and compliance is a significant challenge, but several strategies and tools have proven effective. These strategies aim to address various barriers, such […]

Pharmacy Group Releases LTC Pharmacy at Home Guidelines

Contributed by: Steve Postal, Senior Director, Policy and Regulatory Affairs at National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA), and Editorial Director of American Society for Pharmacy Law (ASPL) Several pharmacy groups have joined efforts to alert Medicare and Part D plans about long-term care (LTC) pharmacy at home services, and to reimburse pharmacies for those services. To […]

The Value of A Centralized Medication Access Team

Contributors: Angie Amado, PharmD, CSP, Senior Director at Visante Amy O’Kroley, CPhT, PACS, Specialty Pharmacy Service Manager at Visante Centralized medication access (CMA) is revolutionizing the patient journey to specialty care. We consistently see the challenges that arise from the lack of medication access and believe that a centralized medication access team is the solution. It […]

DSCSA Update:What You Need to Know About the Small Dispenser Exemption and Other Waivers or Exemptions

Contributed by: Steve Postal, Seniteve Postal, Senior Director, Policy and Regulatory Affairs at National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA), and Editorial Director of American Society for Pharmacy Law (ASPL) FDA determined that pharmacies and other “small dispensers” are exempt from certain DSCSA interoperable system requirements until November 27, 2026. NCPA is thrilled with this win, given our continued and […]

The Role of Pharmacy Management Software in Long-Term Care Pharmacies

Pharmacy management software has become a cornerstone of efficiency and accuracy in long-term care (LTC) pharmacies. These specialized pharmacies are tasked with providing medications and pharmaceutical care to residents of nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and other long-term care settings. The complexity of this task, combined with the need for stringent regulatory compliance and personalized care, underscores […]

Making Hospitals Workflows More Flexible

Healthcare Operations Are Evolving In a rapidly changing healthcare landscape, hospitals and health networks need to be strategic in their workflows to meet demands with accuracy, competence, and compassion. With labor challenges, budget constraints, and the potential for large surges in demand for care, being able to adapt is more important now than in times […]

7 Technologies Driving Hospital Operations

Hospital Operations In The U.S.  Hospitals in the United States face a dynamic and distinct set of challenges. They must adhere to government regulations, tend to the life-saving needs of patients, support communities in times of disaster, limit liabilities, manage large inventories of medications, and turn a profit (or manage to cover operational expenses). It’s […]