How the Concept of Ideal Care Has Been Altered Forever

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COVID-19 has forever changed the healthcare industry and the concept of what it means to receive ideal care.  Ideal care is just that: an optimal health system with services that consistently meet patient needs and expectations. As we attempt to navigate the new normal, it’s hard to imagine what the future might look like. However,
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Amazon Pharmacy: What It Means for Independent Pharmacies

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On November 17, 2020, Amazon announced the launch of Amazon Pharmacy, entering the pharmacy industry with a bang. Stocks for pharmacy chains like CVS, Walgreens, and Rite Aid fell instantly (some by double digits), while differing opinions quickly emerged. Some were grateful for the convenience of another low-cost prescription option that will deliver meds to
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Finding the Time for Quality Medication Synchronization

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Medication non-adherence is a serious issue in the medical community. When patients don’t take their medications as prescribed, it can have a serious impact on their outcomes, as well as their overall health and well-being. Still, studies have found that 40-50 percent of patients with chronic conditions don’t take their prescriptions, and amidst the COVID-19
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How Pharmacies Can Help: 3 Ways Med Sync Can Pandemic-Proof Your Pharmacy

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Since March 2020, the world has been under the thumb of the COVID-19 pandemic. When it first struck, many thought it would be over by the fall. All the measures that people and businesses were putting in place were only temporary. Life as normal would be able to resume once the temperatures started dropping. But
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How to Improve Your Pharmacy Business Through Technology

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Pharmacy software is a game-changer for independent pharmacists looking to drive business improvements. Whether independent or large, retail pharmacies benefit from using technology to work more efficiently, increase profitability, and deliver better patient care in their communities. Smaller, independent pharmacies experience improved clinical, financial, and operational performance as a result of using technological solutions for
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Coronavirus: Factors Affecting Medication Adherence

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Non-adherence to prescribed medications is already a significant problem within the medical community. Studies have consistently shown that 20 to 30 percent of medication prescriptions are never filled at all. In addiction, about 50 percent of medications for chronic conditions are not taken as prescribed—but of course, that’s not where the negative impact ends. Medication
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CBD & Your Pharmacy: Should You Stock CBD Products?

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Has a patient ever asked if you carry CBD products? We’re willing to bet they have — or they’ve at least thought about it. Since 2018, CBD has been on the rise, showing up everywhere from retail pharmacies like CVS and Walgreens to specialty stores and even gas stations. There are a lot of questions
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Why Pharmacy Software Features Matter: The Self-Fulfilling Prophecy

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It takes a lot to run a successful independent pharmacy in today’s competitive market—especially amidst the difficult times we’re experiencing in 2020.  The new normal is vastly different from what it once was; gone are the days of simply filling and billing for prescriptions. Between navigating the complex world of medical billing, standing out amongst
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On Pharmacy Claims: Why Balancing the Books Should Matter to Today’s Pharmacist

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Few things are worse than checking your balance and seeing a lower number than you expect. Two decades ago, the NCPA filed a report on the differences between amounts approved and amounts paid to independent pharmacies by third-party payers. They found that when there was a difference, the pharmacy lost an average of $20 per
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Affordable Patient Management: Retail Pharmacy Software

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Modern independent pharmacists are tasked with juggling a number of responsibilities, from engaging with patients and maintaining inventory to navigating the complex world of medical billing. On top of managing ever-increasing daily responsibilities, independent pharmacies must look for ways to compete with large, big-box locations with a widespread national presence. Fortunately, the development of retail
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