Pharmacy Podcast Network

Senator Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) and Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.) introduced the Pharmacy Benefit Manager Transparency Act of 2022 on May 24, which would make it illegal for PBMs to engage in “spread pricing.” Spread pricing occurs when PBMs charge health plans and payers more for a prescription drug than what they reimburse to the pharmacy — and then keep the difference. For example, when a pharmacist fills a prescription, a PBM handles the process, informing the pharmacy it will be reimbursed $90.  The PBM then charges the health insurance plan $100 for processing the same prescription. The spread of $10 is pocketed by the PBMs. Related: New PBM players banking on drug pricing transparency for success The bipartisan legislation would empower the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to increase drug pricing transparency and hold pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) accountable for unfair and deceptive practices that drive up the costs of prescription drugs at the expense of consumers.  It also would prohibit arbitrary clawbacks of payments made to pharmacies and require PBMs to report to the FTC how much money they make through spread pricing and pharmacy fees. SCPC, CEO, Alan Rosenbloom & Senior Director, Regulatory Policy at APhA, Michael Baxter join Todd Eury with the Pharmacy Podcast Network to discuss the impact of the Pharmacy Benefit Manager Transparency Act of 2022 on the Pharmacy Profession. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this podcast episode, our host Cher Pastore sat down with Matthew Vogel and Jami Klein – Dexcom employees and Dexcom users. Jami is a nurse and a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist. She has been living with Type 1 diabetes since 1988. Matt is a Senior Director of Marketing, focusing on Strategic Partnerships, working with insulin pump and pen integration companies, as well as Digital Health partners. Matt is also living with Type 1 diabetes. They share their personal experiences living with diabetes, their experiences using Dexcom connected devices, and how RT-CGM has improved their lives! Dexcom, Inc. empowers people to take control of diabetes through innovative continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems. Headquartered in San Diego, California, Dexcom has emerged as a leader of diabetes care technology. By listening to the needs of users, caregivers, and providers, Dexcom simplifies and improves diabetes management around the world. Disclaimer: This podcast is not approved for CME credit. Every diabetes treatment plan is different, individual results may vary – nothing you hear on this podcast should be considered medical advice. All claims are supported by clinical evidence referenced in the show notes. For clinical study results, please refer to Dexcom G6 User Guide. For product-related questions, please refer to instructions for use. For complete safety information, go to dexcom.com/safety-information Smart devices are sold separately. For a list of compatible smart device visit Dexcom.com/compatibility Fingersticks required for diabetes treatment decisions if symptoms or expectations do not match readings. Data from collaborator devices and products must be verified by those collaborator devices and products. Users should confirm data and connections with their collaborator devices and products. The Dexcom G6 Continuous Glucose Monitoring System (Dexcom G6 System) is a real time, continuous glucose monitoring device indicated for the management of diabetes in persons aged 2 years and older.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Finding Your Way: a Conversation with Dr. David Marley, PharmD   PUTT founder Dave Marley's recently released book is an exploration of his own extraordinary life. Listen in on this incredibly honest discussion that twists and turns through business ownership, addiction, pharmacy, family, and one man's journey that navigated it all.   Book: Finding Your Way by Dr. David Marley, PharmD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this discussion, Andrea Jarznecki, Director of Pharmacy at Archibald Medical Center, sheds light on the pressing challenges in pharmacy operations. With a wealth of experience in clinical pharmacy, she shares insights on how health systems can break down data silos using advanced analytical tools. The dialogue highlights the importance of inventory management, strategic partnerships with companies like OmniCell, and the transformative role of automation in enhancing patient care. Get ready to rethink pharmacy efficiency in a post-pandemic landscape!

On today’s episode, we are joined by Dr. Kristen Archibald who is the Chief Operations Officer and Director of Clinical Services for West Towne Pharmacy and Princeton Drug in Johnson City, TN and is also co-owner of Chinook Pharmacy in Lafayette, CO. Dr. Archibald is passionate about community service, disease state education, and patient advocacy, which are perfectly blended in her current role. In today's episode, we learn about the unique challenges and rewards of leading DSMES classes for underserved populations.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I have known Rob Kress RPh, since 2014 and he was the first pharmacist who was talking about functional pharmacy and the opportunity for pharmacists in functional medicine. Rob, graduated from Temple University School of Pharmacy in Philadelphia PA in 1994. After becoming disenchanted with chemical dominant based medical system, Robert took his passion for nutrition and became board certified in clinical nutrition through the Clinical Nutrition Certification Board, as well as trained as a compounding pharmacist through the Professional Compounding Centers of America.   During this time, he opened his own compounding and nutritional clinic, which blossomed into a complete anti-aging clinic housing other integrative practitioners. Robert became a Certified Clinical Nutritionist, certified in Quantum Reflex Analysis, a practice of kinesiology, as well as have trained and certified in other modalities such as Reiki and auricular acupuncture, a primal health coach, a licensed yoga instructor, and most recently a certified @movnat instructor.   Currently, Robert consults with both with patients to enhance their health through lifestyle medicine as well other practitioners to help integrate, promote and implement natural medicine in their practices. Robert also provides regular educational Wellness Workshops and writes regularly on the topic of lifestyle medicine and integrative care.   Robert believes as pharmacists, we are offered the perfect opportunity to integrate natural medicine into our practices, as its core to the history of pharmacy. Patients are looking for natural solutions for their health, while practitioners are looking towards integrative care to help solve their clients problems and enhance their practices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode Greco DeValencia, VP of Pharmacy lending at Live Oak Bank talks with Tom Knapp of Brown & Fortunato about an essential step of the acquisition process: the letter of intent and purchase agreement. Greco De Valencia VP- Pharmacy Direct: 910-375-5921 Mobile: 916-710-6669 Email: greco.devalencia@liveoak.bank Website: www.liveoakbank.com/pharmacy Tom A. Knapp Brown & Fortunato, Shareholder Direct: (806) 345-6344 Email: tknapp@bf-law.com Website: www.bf-law.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Paul Shelton, President of PharmaComplete Consulting Services, sits down with Frances Nahas, Chief Strategy Officer at RedSail Technologies, and guest host Evelyn Beach, Executive for Customer Success, to chat about Lean Six Sigma and how Long-Term Care pharmacies can utilize this methodology to improve workflow, reduce waste, and drive greater efficiencies.  Listen to all of the Integra X-Files here: IntegraXFiles.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Alan Ao, PharmD has 10+ years experience working in retail pharmacy at an Independent pharmacy and has experiences with compounding and non-traditional medicines including cannabis.  Dr. Ao is on a mission to develop an industry where cannabis and modern-day healthcare collide while he helps to bridge the gap in education from clinicians all the way down to the patients. Alan is also focused on how to provide 3rd party reimbursement for medical cannabis.  Dr. Alan Ao is part of the following organizations & projects:  Plants and Prescriptions - Medical/Industry consultations Society of Cannabis Clinicians - ACPE accredited pharmacy course NJ Cannabis Certified and Minority Cannabis Academy course instructor Collaboration with Garden State Pharmacy Owners - independent pharmacy network Applied for an adult-use cannabis retail license recently References:  The Effectiveness and Safety of Medical Cannabis for Treating Cancer Related Symptoms in Oncology Patients https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpain.2022.861037/full?utm_source=fweb&utm_medium=nblog&utm_campaign=ba-sci-fpain-The-effectiveness-and-safety-of-medical-cannabis-for-treating-cancer-related-symptoms-in-oncology-patients  Plants and Prescriptions:  https://plantsandprescriptions.com/  Mississippi medical marijuana card applications open June 1st All applications will go through the State Health Department and require a physician’s approval. https://www.actionnews5.com/2022/05/31/mississippi-medical-marijuana-card-applications-open-june-1st/  North Carolina Medical Marijuana Bill Set For Senate Vote, As Poll Shows Overwhelming Public Support  https://www.marijuanamoment.net/north-carolina-medical-marijuana-bill-set-for-senate-vote-as-poll-shows-overwhelming-public-support/  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guests:  Dr. Bled Tanoe, PharmD  Candace Olusola, RPh, PharmD All over social media, we are seeing the hashtag #PizzaIsNotWorking, created by Bled Marchall Tanoe, PharmD, an Oklahoma pharmacist. It’s a catchphrase to show that pharmacy staff is not motivated by an occasional pizza party which seems to be the solution for under-staffing by the major retail chain pharmacies throughout the country.  The Pharmacy Podcast Network has been supportive of the PINW movement since the beginning. If you're not already aware of PINW, please check it out.   https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/pizzaisnotworking/  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices