CMS to adjust DMEPOS claims amounts and revise accreditation requirements
CMS plans to begin processing all claims no later than July 28.
New service strives to boost patient adherence to their drug regimen
Service features range from a pharmacist-staffed call center to medication reminders.
Good Neighbor Pharmacy to offer business coaching to pharmacists
Coaching is part of the pharmacy's new franchising program.
FDA panel: Diabetes drug standards need upgrade
Panel seeks agency's involvement in requiring diabetes drug manufacturers to conduct long-term studies on their products.
FDA retracts hold on alvimopan
However, partner in drug development deal may be backing out.
DEA rule enables physicians to electronically prescribe drugs
Rule also incorporates security controls for physicians and pharmacists.
Consumers trim prescription spend
State of economy and out-of-pocket health care costs are contributing factors to cutbacks.
Avastin combined with sunitinib malate linked to microangiopathic hemolytic anemia cases
Avastin is not approved nor recommended for use in combination with sunitinib malate.
College of Notre Dame of Maryland to launch pharmacy school in 2009
Pharmacy school will be first to be established on the campus of a U.S. women's college.
FDA recalls two lots of drug to treat hyperkalemia
A sample of one affected lot tested positive for a strain of yeast.
Concordia's new pharmacy school appoints deans
Former state representative is named executive dean.
Drug companies form start-up for drug discovery
Merck, Pfizer and Eli Lilly forge partnership.
NACDS presses Congress to alter stance on pro-pharmacy act
NACDS president issues position statement.
MAP Pharmaceuticals launches Phase 3 trial for migraine patients
The primary efficacy endpoints will be pain relief, and diminished nausea, photophobia, and phonophobia.
NACDS backs legislation to target organized retail crime
The "Organized Retail Crime Act of 2008" (H.R. 6491) would modify current federal criminal code to confront, prevent and penalize organized retail crime.
California pharmacists win court order
The lawsuit is one of three supported by pharmaceutical interests.
FDA suffers setback in pedigree suit brought by secondary wholesaler
It's unclear whether FDA will seek further review by the U.S. Supreme Court.
Statins not advised for use in kids with common cholesterol problems
National Lipid Association issued a statement regarding new cholesterol guidelines for children.
New survey gives clues to what drives docs' prescribing decisions
Doctors place great emphasis on their clinical judgment and experience.
Hear ye, hear ye, IVR systems are on a roll
More and more pharmacies are using interactive voice response systems to improve patients' drug compliance.
Walgreens changes its pharmacy expansion plans
This change will allow the company greater flexibility to invest in its core strategies.
FDA to switch to complete response letters for new drug applications
Letter will inform companies that the drug review period is complete and that their application is not yet ready for approval.
Genentech issues advisory on damaged Herceptin vials
There is a risk that damaged vials may lead to a loss in sterility.
Howard University and CVS upgrade pharmacy laboratory
CVS/Pharmacy donates $300,000 to project.
New technology enhances safety of anesthesia at point of care
Docusys is a new software that improves anesthesia safety, according to hospitals that have tried it.
Entereg eases recovery from postoperative ileus
Entereg is cleared to restore bowel function to patients who have undergone abdominal surgery.
Who benefits from antihypertensive therapies? ASH meeting offers clues
Here are highlights from the most recent ASH meeting.
CMS recognizes NCCN compendium in coverage decisions on chemo drugs
The NCCN compendium will be used as a source for making chemo drug benefit decisions under Part B.
Viewpoint: The succession plan no one talks about
Pharmacy owners should have an exit strategy mapped out for their business.
Technology update: Congress pushes forward with e-prescriptions
New technology news for pharmacists.
