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2024 Specialty Pharmacy Distribution Issues and Opportunities

Specialty pharmacy distribution issues

Big idea: Specialty pharmacy distribution issues regarding safety, visibility, compliance, and cost will persist unless special attention is paid to the unique needs of the industry. Introduction In a 2022 blog series, we discussed four unique concerns surrounding specialty pharmacy distribution. These include patient safety issues, lack of visibility, high compliance risk, and increased costs. Nearly […]

The Role of Specialty Pharmacy in Value-Based Care

Specialty Pharmacy in Value-Based Care

Introduction Specialty pharmacy is well-positioned to lead the healthcare industry in the shift towards value-based care.  Niche but high in value, specialty pharmacy already implements the unified, patient-centric approach that is foundational to value-based models. With attention to a few key opportunities and challenges, specialty pharmacies can champion value-based care within and beyond their organizations. […]

The Shift to a Value-Based Healthcare Supply Chain

Clinical and supply-chain leadership discussing alignment on value-based care initiatives

A value-based healthcare supply chain operates under new incentives that require a reimagining of supply chain strategy and technologies. Introduction Value-based care is reshaping the foundation of the healthcare system by prioritizing patient health outcomes over traditional fee-for-service models.  With a quadrupling of value-based care investment during the pandemic, health systems are increasingly turning towards these models […]

Strategies and Tools to Effectively Monitor and Rescue Critical Medications [Webinar]

pharmacy logistics

On-Demand Webinar Overcoming challenges in last-mile pharmacy logistics Pharmacy teams require more than just software; they need dedicated human support to ensure safe and efficient last-mile pharmacy logistics. Our comprehensive approach, featuring tech-enabled professional services and user-friendly self-service options, empowers you to navigate this critical journey with confidence. You’ll learn how to: Simplify the shipping […]

Healthcare Supply Chain Strategies for Cost Management [Handbook]

reducing healthcare costs through supply chain management

Healthcare providers are feeling the pinch of increasing costs, a significant concern that has lingered since the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic. Carrier rates, fees, and fuel charges are going up, along with costs for medical supplies, equipment, and labor. In today’s healthcare world, the saying “you can’t manage what you can’t measure” highlights how […]