Navigating the Landscape of Pharmacy Billing and Reimbursement
Pharmacy billing and reimbursement are critical aspects of the healthcare system, ensuring that pharmacies can provide essential medications while maintaining financial viability. In this blog article, we’ll delve into the intricacies of pharmacy billing and reimbursement, exploring key concepts, challenges, and best practices that pharmacists need to navigate in today’s dynamic healthcare environment. Table of […]
USP 795 vs USP 797 Hygiene, Garbing, & BUD Dates
USP 795 vs USP 797 Hygiene, Garbing, & BUD Dates As workers in the pharmacy field, we have to abide by certain pharmacy rules and guidelines. When I was first beginning my time as a pharmacy student, I wondered about what these regulations were and where we could find them. Luckily, my first lab in […]
What Pharmacy Professionals Need To Know About USP795 & USP797
In an era where the pharmaceutical supply chain is vast and complex, ensuring the safety and integrity of prescription medicines has become a top priority. The Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA), enacted in November 2013, lays the groundwork for a comprehensive system to track prescription drugs as they journey through the supply chain. Table […]
Treating Bruxism and Xerostomia In The Pharmacy
We frequently see complaints of dry mouth in the pharmacy. Most complaints can be handled with over-the-counter products. Sugar-free lemon candies can be of great benefit, but if a patient is very ill, lemon and glycerin swabs can provide comfort. I have seen about 6 patients with severe dry mouths that required pilocarpine or cevimeline. […]
Women’s Health: Pharmacist’s New Role in Contraceptives
Women’s Health: Pharmacist’s New Role in Contraceptives In many states, the pharmacist’s role regarding birth control has changed in recent years to include the role of prescriber. Some states have started to give permission for pharmacists to start prescribing birth control, and the interest for this in other states is expanding (2). Despite this shown […]
What This Year’s Flu Season Has To Offer
Flu Season With September 23rd marking the start of fall this year, many people have started to look forward to what this colder season has to offer. Changing leaves, holidays, and school breaks are some of the things that first come to people’s minds. However, for many healthcare professionals and cautious parents, they know another […]
Virginia Pharmacists: Complete your CE Requirements with freeCE
As Virginia’s Pharmacist License Renewal Deadline of December 31 approaches, look to free CE for your continuing education needs. As December 31 draws near, Virginia pharmacists are gearing up for their license renewal deadline. Continuing Education (CE) is an essential aspect of the healthcare profession, ensuring that pharmacists stay updated with the latest advancements, best […]
American Pharmacists Month, What You Need To Know
When Is American Pharmacists Month? American Pharmacists Month is celebrated throughout the month of October. It was started to recognize the outstanding contributions of pharmacists. Pharmacists are often unsung heroes, providing vital services like medication management, health education, and much more. This dedicated month gives us the chance to appreciate their essential work and dedication. […]
Louisiana Pharmacists: Complete your CE Requirements with free CE
As Louisiana’s Pharmacist License Renewal Deadline of December 31 approaches, look to free CE for your continuing education needs. As December 31 draws near, Louisiana pharmacists are gearing up for their license renewal deadline. Continuing Education (CE) is an essential aspect of the healthcare profession, ensuring that pharmacists stay updated with the latest advancements, best […]
CE Deadline Coming Up in December? Get it Done Before the Holidays.
In the dynamic world of healthcare, staying up-to-date with the latest advancements and knowledge is crucial, and this applies to pharmacists and pharmacy technicians as well. Continuing Education (CE) plays a vital role in ensuring that these healthcare professionals are equipped with the latest information and skills required to provide the best care to patients. […]