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The Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) is a U.S. law aimed at ensuring the integrity and safety of the pharmaceutical supply chain. Enacted as part of the Drug Quality and Security Act in 2013, DSCSA establishes national standards for tracking and tracing prescription medications as they move from manufacturers through wholesalers, distributors, and eventually to pharmacies and patients. Here’s a breakdown of the key requirements: Product Tracking: DSCSA mandates that all prescription drugs have a standardized, unique identifier (often a 2D barcode) on their packaging. This makes it easier to track medications at each point in the supply chain. Verification: Each trading partner (manufacturer, wholesaler, dispenser, etc.) must verify that products are legitimate and free from counterfeits before they are distributed. Enhanced Security: By November 2024, pharmacies and other stakeholders must implement "interoperable" systems for tracking products electronically. This step involves using systems that can communicate seamlessly across the industry. Documentation: Trading partners need to maintain detailed records of the products they handle and their movements. This helps track and trace drugs if a safety issue or recall occurs. Overall, DSCSA aims to protect patients by reducing the chances of counterfeit, stolen, or contaminated drugs entering the U.S. supply chain, making it safer and more transparent. Visit Us at PrimeRx.io

In this episode of the Locked On Pharmacy podcast, we dive deep into the "End Harmful Practices of PBMs" campaign, recently launched in fall 2024 by the American Pharmacists Association (APhA). This critical initiative aims to accelerate pharmaceutical benefit manager (PBM) reform across the nation. Join us as we explore the importance of state and federal collaboration to address the pressing issues surrounding PBM practices that impact both pharmacies and patients. Our distinguished guests, including Representative Nousse and Brian from the Oregon State Pharmacy Association, share insights into the legislative battles and reform strategies aimed at curbing PBM practices like spread pricing and clawbacks, which contribute to pharmacy closures and hinder patient access to essential medications—particularly in rural communities. Key Topics Discussed: Oregon's Legislative Efforts on PBM Reform Advocacy and Mobilization Efforts by the Oregon State Pharmacy Association National Implications of State-Level Reform Challenges in Passing PBM Reform Legislation Join us in this powerful discussion to understand the challenges and progress in the fight against harmful PBM practices, and how these reforms can shape the future of pharmacy care for patients across the U.S. Guests: Brian Mayo – Executive Director, Oregon State Pharmacy Association Rob Nosse – Oregon State Representative District 42 Dr. Michael Murphy PharmD – Senior Advisor for State Government Affairs, American Pharmacists Association Tune in to this episode of Locked On Pharmacy to stay informed on the progress and next steps in PBM reform!

Welcome to the Answer Page Podcast, where cannabis education meets professional expertise. Hosted by Dr. Meredith Fisher-Corn and Dr. Stephen Corn, this podcast is dedicated to empowering pharmacists and healthcare providers with comprehensive knowledge about cannabis and its applications in patient care. With over 25 years of experience in delivering accredited educational resources, Dr. Fisher-Corn and Dr. Corn aim to bridge the knowledge gap in the evolving field of cannabis, ensuring that healthcare professionals are equipped with the latest insights and best practices to enhance patient outcomes. Join us as we explore the intricacies of cannabis, its therapeutic potential, and its role in modern medicine.

Shaun Jensen, JB Consulting Rafael Saenz, Chief of Staff at APhA Reed Kalna, PharmD Chairman of the Specialty Pharmacy Certification Board Russell Robbins MD, MBA & Diane Faraone, PharmD | PurpleLab Charles Collins, President at Healthcare Stakeholder Solutions Courtney Smith, PharmD Elsen Jacob, PharmD, MS Cencora Steven Garceau, Senior Director of Payer Strategy Andrew Babb, Biotech Remedies Shelia Arquette, Closing NASP

Welcome to this exciting LIVE panel discussion, where we gathered six esteemed professionals from the pharmacy industry on November 12th at 6PM ET, to dig into the intriguing world of "Symptomatic: A Medical Mystery Podcast." Listen in to this fascinating discussion with Pharmaceutical Industry Epidemiologist Dr. Ryan Paul, the CEO of Yaral Pharma, Stephen Beckman, Pharmacogenomics Pharmacist expert, Dr. Becky Winslow, Pharmacy Profession's 'Pain Guy' expert in pain management and Professor at WVU University School of Pharmacy, Dr. Mark Garofoli, and Nutrigenomics Pharmacist pioneer, Dr. Tamar Lawful with panel moderator & founder of the first podcast about the pharmacy profession, the RxPodfather, Todd Eury as we explore the podcast's compelling narratives through a pharmacy care lens. Hosted by Lauren Bright Pacheco, "Symptomatic" takes listeners on a weekly journey through the complexities of medical mysteries, examining how symptoms can shape patients' lives. From the initial signs of trouble to the challenges of chronic illnesses and elusive diagnoses, this discussion promises to shed light on the critical intersection of pharmacy and patient care. Tune in for an engaging conversation that blends expertise with the captivating stories of real-life medical enigmas. Find all Symptomatic episodes here: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-symptomatic-a-medical-mys-102740051/

TWIRx News NCPDP Foundation Shares Insights From a Completed Study Focused on Pharmacy Interoperability https://www.prweb.com/releases/ncpdp-foundation-shares-insights-from-a-completed-study-focused-on-pharmacy-interoperability-302307168.html SWAB‑Rx study aims to expand sexual health services in pharmacies https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/11/15/swab_rx_study_aims_to_expand_sexual_health_services_in_pharmacies.html I’m a pharmacist — the best value medications at Dollar Tree, including a $1.25 ‘lifetime supply’ gel https://nypost.com/2024/11/15/lifestyle/im-a-pharmacist-the-best-value-medications-at-dollar-tree/ Special Guests: Scotty Sykes, with Sykes & Company CPA. Business Taxes, preparing for the end of the year. Amit Goldman, with DigitalDx Ventures How will Digital Health impact pharmacists? Sponsored by Sykes & Company CPA and Happier at Home. Shout out to IPC at HLTH 2024, with iCare+ the post-show is releasing next week, the week of November 18th.

During this episode of the NASP Podcast, Sheila Arquette, President & CEO of NASP, speaks with Amy Niles, the Chief Mission Officer of the PAN Foundation, about the impact of advocacy and education on enhancing access to care in the face of rising health care costs, the 2025 Medicare reforms and what NASP members need to know, as well as the many initiatives and tools the PAN Foundation employs to help patients who might otherwise walk away from the pharmacy counter.

This episodes scratches beyond the surface to explore chronic itch and guess what?! Chronic itch is not typically mediated by histamine. Learn the different causes and treatment options for chronic itch.

The recent 14th Annual FrameworkLTC User Conference hosted by SoftWriters brought together key figures from the long-term care (LTC) pharmacy industry. This year's gathering at the ARIA in Las Vegas provided a unique platform for professionals to exchange ideas, discuss the future of LTC, and share the latest industry insights. From accelerating innovation to building a sustainable future in pharmacy, the conference underscored SoftWriters' commitment to meeting the evolving needs of LTC providers and patients.

phactMI, a 501 (c)(6) corporation, is a collaboration of pharmaceutical company Medical Information leaders. These Medical Information professionals provide accurate and unbiased clinical data on their products that facilitates the safe and effective use of medicines. But how does Medical Information partner and function within the pharmaceutical industry organization? Join us in this episode as Evelyn Hermes-DeSantis, PharmD, BCPS, Director, Research and Publications, phactMI/ Professor Emerita, Rutgers The State University of New Jersey and guest speakers Drs. Stacey Fung, Leena Jindia, and Vatche Demirjian discuss the value of Medical Information and collaborative process behind accurate drug information. The objectives of this podcast are to: • Describe the value of Medical Information within a pharmaceutical company from drug development to patient safety. • Discuss the collaborative process behind creating and maintaining accurate drug information. • Identify the future of drug information sharing and how phactMI plays a role. Learn more about phactMI at: www.phactMI.org/about/

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This Week in Pharmacy – November 9, 2024 Episode Title: Addressing Patient Needs and Advocacy with Jennifer Noonan, VP of Clinical Strategy and Patient Engagement Show Notes: In this insightful episode of This Week in Pharmacy, we welcome Jennifer Noonan, Vice President of Clinical Strategy and Patient Engagement at Accessia Health, to discuss the current and future landscape of patient care. Join us as we explore the unique needs of patients, particularly within specialty pharmacy, and uncover resources that can provide crucial support. Conversation Highlights: Connect with Us: For more information about this episode and to reach out to Accessia Health, visit AccessiaHealth.org. Don’t forget to subscribe to This Week in Pharmacy for the latest insights in healthcare and pharmacy. Join us as we uncover how healthcare professionals, patients, and advocates can come together to address today’s challenges and build a more inclusive future for all.

Today’s guest takes a holistic approach to healing body, mind and soul through an unconventional journey with plant medicine. Whether or not you come from a health background, tune in to learn how improved wellbeing is possible with the safe use of psychedelics Neil Markey is the co-founder and CEO of Beckley Retreats, the world’s only psychedelics retreat program backed by 25 years of scientific research and an ecosystem of expertise that honors global wisdom traditions. A former Captain in the US Army Special Operations 2nd Ranger Battalion, Neil served in Iraq and Afghanistan before studying at Columbia University, where he struggled with depression and PTSD. This led him to explore mindfulness and psychedelics as part of his healing journey. Prior to Beckley, he was Chief Growth Officer for a $450M private equity portfolio company and a consultant at McKinsey & Co. Neil believes in the synergy between science and spirituality. Connect with Neil via: Email: neil@beckleyretreats.com Website: http://www.beckleyretreats.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/beckleyretreats/ Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neilpmarkey/ YT Channel: @beckleyretreats ***Special offer for HP podcast listeners: $500 off a program with code “FORK500”

Ready to #TWIRx? Too bad, here we GO!! Turn that frown upside down. On this episode of This Week in Pharmacy, we sit down with Renee Malarbi Rayburg, RPh, Vice President of Clinical Strategy at Pharmaceutical Strategies Group - PSG (PSG), an EPIC company. In Part 2, we talk with Shaun Jensen, CEO of JB Consulting Group, a leader in custom tech strategy and development for specialty pharmacy software. Shaun’s team creates tailored solutions for pharmacy business processes, helping specialty pharmacies operate with precision. We’re excited to announce expanded blog coverage for 2025, including insights from Medika Life and Dispense Times —two must-read resources for healthcare professionals. Plus, we’re gearing up for American Pharmacists Association #APhA2025 in Nashville! Will you be joining us there? A special shoutout to my friend Matthew Zachary, a fellow #GenXer, who’s featured in This Week in Rx (TWIRx) this week! Catch our episode recap on LinkedIn, here: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/healthcare-isnt-broken-built-way-matthew-zachary-otlte/?trackingId=GjtOOW2tQVSZu5FTiyyrcw%3D%3D And don’t miss the upcoming panel discussion for the #Symptomatic: Medical Mystery podcast from Ruby by iHeartMedia, shout out to Ethan Fixell and Jodi Dewey for all your work in this amazing show. On November 12th at 6 PM. Join an impressive lineup of #pharmacy leaders, including Dr. Becky Winslow, BS, PharmD, PharmD, Dr. Ryan Paul, PhD, Stephen Beckman, Dr. Mark Garofoli, and Dr. Tamar K. Lawful, PharmD, APh, CNGS Lawful. It’s a can’t-miss event for anyone in pharmacy or healthcare! It's a mystery #podcast shakedown. Here's #TWIRx

Join special guest host Adam Robinson, Owner of Save-Rite Drugs in Lexington, Kentucky on a multi-episode journey recapping all things Retail Business Conference! Listen in for highlights of Cardinal Health customers, employees, services and solutions offered at RBC 2024! This episode’s topic includes Dispill®-USA. This discussion will highlight benefits such as building patient loyalty, medication syncing, and supporting caregivers and patients.

On this episode of the Counter Talk™ Podcast, host Jason Callori speaks with Jerrica Mathis, Vice President of Government Relations, and Bryan Lowe, Director of Government Relations. This episode will explore the perspectives of state and federal government, latest developments in PBM reform and the potential impact of the upcoming election on the pharmaceutical industry.

In 2017, the first major tax reform in over 30 years was passed and it had a tremendous impact on independent pharmacies. Now, with the 2024 election right around the corner, many of these items could see a change! In this episode of Master The Margin, we're taking a step back from exploring the Balance Sheet and diving into an urgent update on the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. Scotty Sykes goes over: - What's in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. - Updates to Tax Items That Affect Independent Pharmacies. - Election Impacts and Changes You Can Expect in 2025 tax reform. Need help understanding your tax returns? Think you're paying too much in tax? Schedule an Rx Assessment with us: https://www.sykes-cpa.com/rx-assessment-service/ Listen to previous episodes here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v3hFJluMST8&list=PLbdUM3PBAwLsqJc2QZAXdJNMsENdgl3aO More resources on this topic: Webinar - Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017: Pharmacy Impact and §199A: https://www.sykes-cpa.com/tax-cuts-and-jobs-act-of-2017-pharmacy-impact-and-%c2%a7199a/ Blog – Tax-smart Depreciation on Pharmacy Buildings and Equipment: https://www.sykes-cpa.com/tax-smart-depreciation-on-pharmacy-buildings-and-equipment/ Blog – Maximize Pharmacy State and Local Tax Deductions (SALT): https://www.sykes-cpa.com/maximize-pharmacy-state-and-local-tax-deductions-salt/

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In this episode of the NASP Podcast, Sheila Arquette, President & CEO of NASP, visits with Mary Oates, MD, US Medical Lead, Bone Franchise with Amgen, to discuss post menopausal osteoporosis and what clinical pharmacists can do to support patients.