Home Keystone PARD Advocacy PUNCH News/Legislation Resources COVID-19 Resources Vendor Directory Contact Us Category: News Feed MEDICARE PART D 2022 GET TO KNOW IT! Posted on October 15, 2021 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed Open Enrollment: October 15th – December 7th Understanding Medicare Part D can be a challenge for customers and pharmacists. Keeping up to date with these changes will keep your stress to a minimum. As 2022 is offering new plans to… Read more › Medicare Plan D 2022: Open Enrollment October 15th through December 7th 2021 Posted on October 6, 2021 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed Click on the link from NCPA on Medicare plan D for 2022. https://ncpa.org/sites/default/files/2021-10/part-d-2022-fact-sheet.pdf NCPA Annual Convention 2021 Posted on June 23, 2021 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed Registration is now open! Click here to register: https://ncpa.org/annual-convention Testing, Vaccinating, and Cross-Selling Posted on June 3, 2021 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed Let’s face it, you’ve worked so hard to get the COVID-19 testing and vaccinating supplies into your pharmacy, and your community is incredibly thankful. Now, with summer upon us and traveling tourists needing testing done, the recent adolescent approval for… Read more › Get on Board with Technology Posted on May 26, 2021 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed Historically, pharmacies have been slow to get on board with technological advances, but this is changing rapidly. The healthcare industry is in the process of being redefined by some heavy-hitting disruptions. These include increased competition, value-based care, digital health, and… Read more › Front-End Pharmacy Refresh Posted on May 10, 2021 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed When it comes to your pharmacy one of the most significant opportunities to increase sales comes from your front-end. Ask yourself, is your pharmacy’s front-end in tip-top shape? Sure, you’ve straightened out and pulled items forward to make a nice,… Read more › Take Your Pharmacy’s Legislator to Work Posted on April 23, 2021 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed As an independent pharmacy owner, it is essential to meet with your lawmakers and invite them to visit your pharmacy to discuss issues affecting your practice and patients. Lawmakers are elected by you as their constituents. They must hear from… Read more › Traits Utilized by Successful Independent Pharmacies Posted on March 30, 2021 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed It is no secret that successful, independent pharmacies do not just happen – they are the product of dedication, hard work, exceptional customer service, and innovative thinking. But even with all these qualities, sometimes it is hard to narrow down… Read more › Retail Pharmacy Robbery Tips and Prevention Posted on March 24, 2021 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed Pharmacy burglaries and robberies are on the rise. According to the DEA, in 2018, the United States saw over 676 retail burglaries and 107 armed retail robberies, with California, Maryland, and Texas being the top states with the most incidents.1… Read more › FAQs for Indy Health Insurance Company Network Pharmacies Posted on March 23, 2021 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed Indy Health Insurance Company entered into a voluntary rehabilitation receivership with the Arkansas Insurance Commissioner. Additionally, CMS and Indy Health Insurance Company are working toward terminating their 2021 Medicare Part D contract. The rehabilitation process can be a very lengthy… Read more › Stop Drug Price RIP OFFS Posted on March 19, 2021 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed Trends to Grow Independent Pharmacy in 2021 Posted on March 1, 2021 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed Growing your community pharmacy can be tricky work. Faced with a global pandemic, fierce competition, loads of red tape, and declining profit margins, many community pharmacies are taking on those shrinking profits with an end goal of growing their business… Read more › Double Your Impact for Healthy Hearts Posted on February 17, 2021 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed Heart disease remains the leading killer of women in the U.S., according to the American Heart Association’s newly released 2021 Heart Disease & Stroke Statistics. Every year it kills one woman approximately every 80 seconds, taking more lives than all… Read more › COVID-19 NEWS AND INFORMATION – NEW ORDER BY ACTING SECRETARY OF HEALTH Posted on February 12, 2021 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed Order of the Acting Secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Health Directing Vaccine Providers’ Administration of COVID-19 Vaccines Effective today, the Pennsylvania Acting Secretary of Health issued a new Order to increase the administration of vaccine dosages received; ensure ease… Read more › The Hidden Force Shaping Drug Prices – WHYY Posted on February 12, 2021 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed Every time you get a prescription drug, you’re dealing with a middleman you’ve probably never heard of — one who has had a hand in how much your drug costs. The same middleman decides which drugs are covered by your… Read more › The Cost Of Mail Order Rx Posted on January 12, 2021 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed Consumers, employers, and public health officials should consider the potential risks before they allow health insurance companies to steer patients into mail order. See graphic by NCPA here for stats: Mail Order Details Support Healthy Immunity Habits with Pharmacy Patients Posted on January 8, 2021 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed When fully optimized, our immune system helps prevent infections and destroys viruses without us ever giving this process a second thought. We usually only consider our immune system only after we have come down with something. Keeping our immune system… Read more › Improving Medication Adherence with Your Patients Posted on December 16, 2020 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed 2021 is upon us, and our member pharmacies are continually looking for ways to improve their standings, profits, and pharmacy’s ability to thrive and grow. Our members can increase their chances for success by placing a good portion of time… Read more › NCPA Launches Campaign Exposing “The Truth” About PBMs Posted on December 16, 2020 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed ALEXANDRIA, Va. (Oct. 20, 2020) — The National Community Pharmacists Association today launched a new campaign, “The Truth,” aimed at countering a big-money propaganda effort by the pharmacy benefit manager lobby to obscure their role in the high cost of drugs and the… Read more › COVID-19 Vaccine Plans for Pharmacies Posted on December 9, 2020 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed To expand access to COVID-19 services, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has authorized state-licensed pharmacists to order and administer COVID-19 vaccinations, once they are made available, to patients aged three years and older.1 The HHS and CDC… Read more › Diabetes Care: Merchandise, Management, & Medication Posted on November 10, 2020 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed Diabetes affects over 34 million people and is the seventh leading cause of deaths here in the United States. In fact, in the last 20 years, the number of adults diagnosed with diabetes has more than doubled as the American… Read more › Millennials: Shaping Healthcare in the United States Posted on November 9, 2020 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed Healthcare in the United States is evolving. Factors such as politics and policy to generational differences affect how healthcare is approached. As more millennials enter the healthcare market, it’s becoming clear that their wellness approach is much different than those… Read more › 3 Keyways to Present Your Pharmacy as a Good Health Destination Posted on October 23, 2020 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed Independent pharmacies consistently ask themselves what they need to make their organization more professional, engaging, and, in return, more profitable. Many pharmacies stick to the same worn-out approaches and concepts, resulting in decreased revenue and increased challenges for remaining competitive… Read more › Navigating Open Enrollment for Medicare Part D Posted on September 30, 2020 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed From October 15th to December 7th, customers aged 65 and older will be reviewing their medical coverage and health care needs, including Medicare Part D plans. The detailed information needed for 2021 (premiums, copays, formulary tiers, gap coverage, etc.) will… Read more › FDA Awards $5 Million Grant to Universities of Maryland and Michigan to Establish Center for Research on Complex Generics Posted on September 29, 2020 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed Today the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that the Generic Drug User Fee Amendments (GDUFA) Science and Research Program has awarded a grant to the Universities of Maryland and Michigan to establish the Center for Research on Complex… Read more › Fentanyl Overdoses Associated With Counterfeit Pharmaceutical Pills Posted on September 24, 2020 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed Drug overdoses remain a public health threat in Philadelphia, where 1,150 people died from unintentional overdoses in 2019. More than three- quarters of these deaths involved fentanyl, a potent synthetic opioid that is now commonly found in heroin, cocaine and… Read more › Finding Profits in Vitamins & Supplements Posted on September 22, 2020 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed Nutrition and vitamin supplement sales are a big pill to swallow – and a profitable one, say health care market researchers. According to Hamacher Resource Group, supplement market value in the retail sector reached almost $7 billion in the U.S.… Read more › Indy Health 2021 Medicare Part D Annual Enrollment Benefit Webinar Posted on September 10, 2020 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed 2021 Medicare Part D Annual Enrollment Benefit Training 9/21/2020 to 9/24/2020 Indy Health is excited to announce our webinars to review the Indy Health SaverRx and Indy Health EliteRx Plan information the week of September 21, 2020. The webinar… Read more › Refreshing Your Pharmacy on a Budget Posted on September 1, 2020 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed When was the last time you spruced up your pharmacy? I’m sure your answer may come as a surprise. Updates do not have to break the bank. Fortunately, there are quite a few updates you can apply to your pharmacy… Read more › Building A Strong Pharmacist-Customer Relationship Posted on August 19, 2020 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed A pharmacist’s relationship with their customers plays a defining role in how their pharmacy is perceived as a valuable resource. Independent pharmacists want their patients to feel comfortable and their pharmacy to be accessed by the community it serves. It… Read more › Have You Googled Your Pharmacy? Tips on Improving Your Rank. Posted on August 11, 2020 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed Chances are you may find that your pharmacy doesn’t appear for relevant searches in your area. If you can’t find your pharmacy, then it’s time to improve your info. Providing and updating information can help your pharmacy’s local ranking on… Read more › Volunteers Needed for Clinical Trials of Vaccine for COVID-19 Posted on July 31, 2020 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed As the world anxiously awaits a vaccine for COVID-19, Operation Warp Speed has identified several possible candidates, all of which are in phases of testing for safety, dosing and response. Now, volunteers are needed for the clinical trials. Pharmacies can… Read more › Doctor Detailing for Independent Pharmacies Posted on July 28, 2020 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed When putting a marketing plan together, independent pharmacy owners often forget about an important segment to reach out to – your local prescribers. This can be due to a variety of reasons, including not knowing what to say, feeling like… Read more › Expanding Telepharmacy Through MTM Posted on July 7, 2020 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed Today, during the COVID-19 pandemic, telemedicine is evolving, and providers are regularly using telehealth to visit with patients. We are seeing many private insurers adopting rules to provide guidelines around how services are distributed and paid for. Most health insurance… Read more › 4 Easy Ways for Pharmacists to Use LinkedIn Posted on June 29, 2020 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed With over 560 million professionals around the globe using LinkedIn today, it is an industry standard for business-based, peer-to-peer social media platforms. It’s become a no-nonsense way for professionals to network themselves, build their brands and credibility, and cultivate thought… Read more › Public Hearing for HB941 and Medicaid Pharmacy Reimbursement Posted on June 23, 2020 by Monica Abel Posted in Legislation Senate Health and Human Services Committee 6/22/20, 10:00 a.m., Senate Chamber and Virtual Participation The committee held a public hearing on HB 941 and Medicaid pharmacy reimbursement. Video testimony here: https://www.pasenategop.com/blog/062220/ Community Leaders Take a Stand For Local Businesses After Riots and Looting in Philadelphia Posted on June 12, 2020 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed Posted by Marvin C. Knapper Jr. on Sunday, June 7, 2020 What To Do If Your Store Has Suffered a Loss Posted on June 1, 2020 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed Due to the unfortunate events that have occurred over the last 24 hours in the city of Philadelphia, we have put together a list of documents and information for those stores that have suffered losses through the rioting and looting.… Read more › Re-opening Retail Pharmacy: Tips to Help You Prepare Posted on June 1, 2020 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed With stay-at-home orders starting to lift, restrictions on businesses and public places easing, and states implementing re-opening phases, many pharmacies are left wondering just how their business can resume “normalcy” and open their doors back up to their patients and… Read more › Jewish-Owned Pharmacies Team Up in Philly Posted on May 15, 2020 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed From every angle, the edifice of Richard Ost’s Philadelphia Pharmacy at the corner of North Front Street and East Lehigh in West Kensington is a sight to behold, one of the jewels of Philadelphia’s Mural Arts program. Artist Cesar Viveros painted bright… Read more › Local Pharmacies Make Home Deliveries For Those In Need Posted on May 13, 2020 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed Local Pharmacies Team Up On Hotline Posted on May 11, 2020 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed Posted on May 10, 2020 By Jack Tomczuk Philadelphia Pharmacy in Kensington is helping man a hotline for people having trouble with their medications. Mural by Cesar Viveros. PHOTO: Steve Weinik for Mural Arts Earlier this month, a woman called… Read more › PARD Press Release Posted on May 4, 2020 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed Independent Pharmacy Press Release Since 1898, The PARD, an Association of Community Pharmacies (previously named the Philadelphia Association of Retail Pharmacies) has been serving our patients and been an important part of the community they serve. Their goals in the… Read more › What Independent Pharmacies are doing for Their Communities during the COVID-19 Pandemic Posted on May 4, 2020 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed In these times of COVID-19, our Independent Pharmacies are on the front lines serving their patients like they have for over 100 years. Where they use to deliver 10% of the prescriptions they dispensed, they are now delivering (FREE OF… Read more › Expired Pharmaceuticals: Tips for Getting More Money for Your Outdated Products Posted on May 1, 2020 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed If your pharmacy is not efficiently managing your expired pharmaceutical returns, you could be leaving money on the shelf. In an independent community pharmacy where every dollar is important, the value of expired products can be significant. Pharmaceutical returns companies… Read more › FOX29 News Story – Independent Pharmacies and Impact of Coronavirus Pandemic Posted on April 29, 2020 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed Independent Pharmacies are feeling the impact of the coronavirus pandemic. Thanks to members Rich Ost and Brad Tabaac for their input in these news story. https://www.fox29.com/video/679139 Healthy Living and Your Pharmacy Posted on April 3, 2020 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed Social distancing and stay at home orders have given us the motivation to get fit and healthy. More than ever people are outside bike riding, walking, jogging, and rollerblading (while safely maintaining the 6ft rule.) As an independent pharmacy you… Read more › We worked hard for the CARES Act. Use it. Posted on April 3, 2020 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed April 3, 2020 Dear Colleague, No doubt about it, our nation, our world is experiencing extraordinary times. Community pharmacies are the safety nets helping their communities in times of crisis and during normal times. But you need help too. The… Read more › Reminder: Indy Health Webinar Details Posted on March 31, 2020 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed Please use the link below to join the webinar. Prior to joining everyone who has not signed a non-disclosure agreement must go to http://indyhealthinc.com and fill out the non-disclosure form and contact information. This helps us track our communications as well… Read more › Webinars on Emergency Loan for Small Business Owners Posted on March 30, 2020 by Monica Abel Posted in News Feed For small businesses owners who have questions about the U.S. Small Business Administration’s emergency loan, you can join one of the following webinars offered at 9:00 AM this week that still have open spots: April 1: https://pasbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/26686 April 2: https://pasbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/26687 ‹ Older posts In Archive October 2021 June 2021 May 2021 April 2021 March 2021 February 2021 January 2021 December 2020 November 2020 October 2020 September 2020 August 2020 July 2020 June 2020 May 2020 April 2020 March 2020 February 2020 January 2020 December 2019 November 2019 October 2019 September 2019 August 2019 July 2019 June 2019 May 2019 April 2019 December 2018 November 2018 October 2018 September 2018 August 2018 July 2018 June 2018 May 2018 April 2018 March 2018 February 2018 January 2018 December 2017 November 2017 October 2017 September 2017 August 2017 July 2017 June 2017 May 2017 April 2017 March 2017 February 2017 January 2017 October 2016 September 2016 March 2016 February 2016 November 2015 July 2014 May 2014 April 2014 March 2014 February 2014 January 2014 December 2013 November 2013 October 2013 September 2013 August 2013 July 2013 May 2013 April 2013 March 2013 January 2013 Fall Pharmacy Projects Make a plan to decorate the outside of your store for the holidays! It will bring joy to your patients and it will attract new ones. Stocking masks in the store? Have your employees wear what you are selling and provide talking points as to why they are good. Take a good look at your carpet/flooring. The wear signs will tell you where no one goes. Take down displays with less than 1/3 of their inventory and either restock or put items back on shelf. Late day sun spotlights dust on the shelves and dirt on the windows. Take time to dust your shelves and clean them of any smudges or dirt. Pull out of dates from the OTC Shelves and dust. Make sure all product has an accurate price sticker and shelf tag © 2021 KPPARX/PARD