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More than ever with the disjointed health care so prevalent in our nation, our patients need us.

Become That Someone for Your Patients

In a recent podcast with First Financial Bank (FFB), Bob Graul and Drew Hegi of the Pharmacy Lending Division share insights into the keys to success for first-time and multiple store ownership. 

Succeed in Pharmacy Ownership 

Keith Loria is a contributing writer to Medical Economics.

Examine the most essential financial key performance indicators for pharmacy businesses.

Assess and Manage Your Pharmacy’s Profitability

What workflow is best for your pharmacy team?

Optimize Pharmacy Technician Roles In Immunization, Patient Care Services

Expert Interviews

With an April 2021 deadline for implementing the information blocking rule as part of the 21st Century Cures Act, Colin Banas of DrFirst discusses the implications for pharmacists and their patients. 

What the Info-Blocking Rule Means for Community Pharmacies and Patients

A community pharmacy team built a pharmacogenomic testing program for patients with mental health disorders. 

Community-Based Pharmacogenomic Testing in Mental Health Care

Survey results suggest independent pharmacies may be better positioned than chains to offer COVID-19 POC testing to their patients. 

Community Pharmacies Well Equipped for COVID-19 POC Testing, But Barriers Remain

Often referred to as “long COVID” patients or “long-haulers,” these patients continue to experience symptoms of illness far past the acute phase of this viral disease. 

The Effects of “Long COVID” and How Pharmacists Can Help

Now more than ever, 30 million Americans living with a range of 7000 rare or orphan diseases require a high level of therapy adherence support. 

Patient-First Approach Addresses Unique Needs of Patients With Rare Disorders

Many individuals have been asking if they can take things at home, such as vitamins and OTC medications, to decrease their risk of contracting the virus or to self-treat themselves

OTC Considerations for COVID-19

NCPA lauded the higher reimbursement rate in a statement. 

CMS Increases Medicare Reimbursement Rate for COVID-19 Vaccines

Frieda Wiley, PharmD, BCGP, is a writer and pharmacist. 

Alternative healing approaches and therapies become increasingly popular among consumers. 

Pharmacists and Patients Navigating Complementary and Integrative Medicine 

Scotty Sykes is a CPA with Sykes & Company P.A. of Edenton, NC. 

Owners can use the cash accounting method to optimize tax savings. 

Tips for Optimizing Pharmacy Taxes

Total Pharmacy® will run as an insert in the Drug Topics® publication and host content in an additional online environment.

Drug Topics® Introduces Complementary Independent Pharmacy Resource Total Pharmacy®

Results of a new national survey showed that more than 8 in 10 adults prefer their local pharmacists over mail order services. 

NCPA: Most Adults Prefer Local Pharmacist Over Mail Order

Jon Copeland, president of AAP, joins Drug Topics® in this episode of Over the Counter to discuss key pharmacy industry trends, including digital health, the Amazon effect, PBM accountability, and pharmacy cooperatives. 

AAP Series: Tips to Reach Your 2021 Business Goals

During Women’s History Month, we celebrate the achievements of women in pharmacy practice. 

Women in Pharmacy Making Strides to Close the Leadership Gap

Particularly in underserved areas, independent pharmacies have become the health care hubs for their communities, making them ideally positioned to bridge gaps in health care access. 

Community Pharmacies Can Make a Difference As Health Hubs

“If some among you fear taking a stand because you are afraid of reprisals from customers, clients, or even government, recognize that you are just feeding the crocodile hoping he’ll eat you last.” – Ronald Reagan

Advocate for Your Pharmacy Staff

Pharmacists can employ several strategies to enhance these programs. 

Community Practice