RedSail Launches New Vaccine Messaging through RxLocal Educate
Education is key to medication adherence and patient outcomes. RedSail’s RxLocal Educate teaches patients how to start and stick to their medications by sending SMS text messages directing them to online educational content. On average, patients who view this material increase adherence by 6-8%, adding directly to your bottom line.
Patients of PioneerRx pharmacies will soon begin receiving messages about the importance of getting a Covid vaccine or a hepatitis vaccine. RxLocal Educate is completely free to your pharmacy. Take advantage by ensuring your patient’s mobile number is up to date!
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+Add Rx and Retail Item Category Filters to Search Sales
Rx Item Category and Retail Item Category filters are now available options under Line Item in Search Sales located at Sale > Search Sales > Advanced tab.
These filters can be used independently or in concert to create detailed sales analysis.
+Add Patient Category Filter for Specific Health Coach
A new Patient Category filter for the Specific Health Coach field is now available in the Patient Category Scope.
A Health Coach can be assigned to a patient to improve communication and strengthen patient relationships. Using the Health Coach assignments as category filters can help the pharmacy generate reports and even workflow alerts based on this segmented patient population.
+Add Rx and Compound Category Filter for Hazardous Drug Table
The Hazardous Drug Table Number category filter is now available. To use this filter navigate to System > Category > Scope - Rx Item or Scope - Compound > New or Edit Category > Add > in the add filter dialog Hazardous Drug Table Number.
The addition of this category filter will help pharmacies run more detailed reports and automate workflow alerts for proper handling and patient education opportunities.
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CVS Introduces CostVantage Program to Improve Pharmacy Reimbursement
CVS is revamping the way it reimburses its pharmacies for prescription medications, a move that could change how much consumers pay for their prescription drugs. The company said in an announcement Tuesday, December 5, that its new pharmacy reimbursement model will bring more transparency and simplicity to its drug pricing system. It is expected to launch for commercial payors in 2025.
Entrepreneurship isn't a solo venture. Bruno Tching understands this and values the impactful influence of teamwork. As owner of San Diego’s Inland Pharmacy, Bruno actively fosters collaboration with both patients and healthcare providers. He upholds dynamic collaborative practice agreements and works to connect pharmacists with physicians through nationwide networks such as CPESN. Recognizing the significance of collaboration, he envisions improved results through shared efforts. Bruno firmly believes that it takes a village to achieve true pharmacy success.