Here’s How We Get Private Insurers to Buy In on Value-Based Care

Value-based care is seen as healthcare’s next evolution, prioritizing whole-health outcomes over the usual volume of symptom treatments. This approach has profound implications for cost management, patient satisfaction, and overall healthcare quality. However, transitioning from traditional fee-for-service models to value-based care faces challenges, particularly regarding payer motivation and long-term investment. The growing attention around “food as medicine” is part of this, and pharmacists have an opportunity to contribute.

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Pharmacies Can Help Fix the Misuse of Opioid Abatement Funds

A recent study from Johns Hopkins University reveals a sobering statistic: about one in three Americans have lost someone to a drug overdose. This alarming figure underscores the severity of the opioid crisis gripping the nation..

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Make maximum use of pharmacies to drive loyalty

The drivers of connection with shoppers are the products you offer, the convenience you provide and the value you deliver.

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Revolutionizing Pharmacy Operations: Why Camera Imaging Outshines RFID in Tray Replenishment

In the fast-paced world of pharmacy operations, tray replenishment is vital for maintaining efficiency and accuracy. Two technologies often discussed are camera imaging and RFID, but camera imaging proves to be the superior choice for several reasons.

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Congress vs. PBMs: Thank You, Representative Comer, For Telling It Like It Is

Because of the efforts of NACDS RxIMPACT I was able to watch the July 23 Congressional Hearing on the Role of Pharmacy Benefit Managers in Prescription Drug Markets. What I took away was informative and encouraging on three fronts; the first, our country is engaging on the need to improve the way healthcare operates. Second, acknowledgement that we need to focus on improving health, not treating sickness in the United States. And third, it gave me hope that needed legislative action may be coming.

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Revolutionizing Crash Cart Management: A Call For Innovation

In a 2022 report, the Joint Commission revealed a concerning trend: missing and expired items on crash or code carts ranked among the top 5 clinical problems found by surveyors. Shockingly, this isn’t a new issue. The Joint Commission highlighted similar concerns back in 2017, indicating that incomplete or improperly supplied emergency carts continue to pose significant risks to patient safety. Despite years of awareness, little progress has been made in addressing this critical issue.

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Pharmacists and Food Is Medicine: A Perfect Pairing.

Food Is Medicine is gaining momentum in combating diet-related chronic disease but pharmacists must be part of this initiative. The Milken Institute’s report on pharmacist-provided nutrition interventions presents a viable pathway for their engagement.

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A must-read that can help your emerging brand triumph

The retail world is evolving at an unprecedented pace, and emerging brands must stay nimble to thrive. As consumers face financial pressures — and demand seamless, personalized shopping experiences — you must adapt your strategies. Our latest insights will help ensure your brand doesn’t just survive but excels in this challenging market. In this downloadable resource, you'll discover how to shape your brand’s strategy to compete with larger, more established names. Here’s a sneak peek at the valuable information inside:

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Shopper Evolution & Promotion Revolution

While many shoppers have maintained the habit of making lists before heading to the stores to combat inflation and price increases, on-the-spot or impulse purchase decisions are still happening. And a trend we’ve seen continue to rise over the last couple of years is consumers switching to store brand products. 47% of shoppers said that they had switched to a private label brand on their recent grocery trips. Wondering how you can thwart these new shopper trends?

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