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How COVID-19 Has—and Will Continue to—Transform the Pharmacy

PM360

Adding responsibilities of testing for COVID-19 and administering the vaccine in mass volumes when it became available, pharmacists and techs had to shuffle workload and priorities in a way that supported this critical role as healthcare providers. Change is natural, and the future is full of opportunities for retail pharmacies.

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Breaking Down Patient Access Barriers

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Patients are forced to defer necessary care and skip essential medications while healthcare providers struggle with unpaid patient balances that can threaten their financial stability. Pharmacies are also feeling the impact, as unaffordable medication costs lead to prescription abandonment, undermining long-term care plans.

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4 Ways to Meet the Needs of an Increasing Health-conscious Audience

PM360

Consider the SmartLabel Digital Transparency Initiative, which was created by the Grocery Manufacturers Association and the Food Industry Association under the manufacturing companies’ and retailers’ parity-based entity called the Trading Partner Alliance in 2016. Prescription refills can now be placed with a simple click on a patient portal.

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Elite 2024 Disrupter Bryan Johnson of Veeva Systems

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For example, Bryan’s leadership played a pivotal role in the design and development of Veeva Compass’ modern data products—Veeva Compass Prescriber and National—featuring prescriber -and national- level projections based on both prescription and medical claims. As rare diseases affect about 1 in 10 people in the U.S.,

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Use Your Physician Directory to Increase Patient Conversion

LEVO Health

Pharmaceutical brands often take a backseat role in patient health by encouraging patients to talk to their healthcare provider about treatment options. However, today’s healthcare consumers are asking for a different approach. Physician directories allow consumers to discover and compare provider ratings and reviews.

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New Strategies for the Now Everywhere Point of Care

PM360

Often, these moments are happening in the presence of their healthcare provider (HCP), especially in-person at doctor’s offices. by Carenet Health , 45% said they received care at a non-traditional care venue, which include retail locations (51%), virtual care (34%), apps (11%), or subscription/membership services (5%).

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What CVS’s Signify Health acquisition means for the future of healthcare

pharmaphorum

Along with this vertical integration, CVS will likely increase Signify Health’s digital capabilities to improve patient-provider experiences. Automated messaging about prescriptions, appointments, and vaccinations improve the patient journey, while alleviating time-consuming tasks for providers. What challenges does CVS face?