Running a pharmacy may be both gratifying and difficult. The healthcare sector depends heavily on chemists. Because they provide the prescription medications, advice, and support that patients need to improve their results.
But these obligations also carry several serious concerns. The challenges of owning and operating a pharmacy are unique. From the possibility of drug mistakes to the physical risks of the job. This article will discuss several hazards that come with operating a pharmacy. Talk about how crucial pharmacy insurance is to effectively controlling these risks as well.
Most Significant Risks Associated with Running a Pharmacy
Let's review some of the biggest dangers that come with owning a pharmacy and how they might be lessened with pharmacy insurance.
Medication Errors and Liability
Medication errors are one of the most common risks in the pharmacy field. Mistakes in filling prescriptions and incorrect dosages can have serious consequences and provide the wrong medication which also leads to significant harm. Sometimes life-threatening consequences. Human mistakes are unavoidable, and pharmacies may be sued by impacted patients or their families despite having strict protection in place.
Pharmacy liability insurance can protect in case of claims made by patients harmed by medication errors. This coverage typically includes legal defence costs and settlements. Also, other expenses are associated with the claim. It helps the pharmacy recover financially and continue operating.
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A Step-by-Step Guide for Emergency Prescription Refill
Do you rely on prescription medication? Then it’s important to know how to get an emergency prescription refill, whether due to travel, misplacing, or forgetting to get one.
Here is a comprehensive guide covering all the necessary actions to ensure you receive your prescription on time and without stress.
What Is an Emergency Prescription?
Emergency prescription refills are used when a patient suddenly loses access to the needed medication.
Common situations requiring emergency refills include:
While traveling, you forget to bring your prescription medication.
During your trip, your medication was misplaced or broken.
Even with the best-laid plans, you run out of medication and forget to schedule a refill.
You lost your prescription, especially as you moved into a new house or you live in a busy home.
Your prescribing physician is unavailable because of emergencies, holidays, or vacations.
Unexpected changes in your health that necessitate taking your prescription more frequently or at higher dosages (if that was discussed with a healthcare provider).
Refills for medications may be required immediately in the event of new health difficulties or consequences.
In today's fast-paced society, advancements in technology, changes in patient demographics, and shifts in healthcare policies are continuously reshaping the role of pharmacists. To stay relevant and effective in your profession, it's essential to stay ahead of the curve and adapt to these emerging trends.
As a future pharmacist, you are positioned at the forefront of patient care, entrusted with ensuring the safe and effective use of medications. To fulfill this role effectively, you must remain informed and adaptable to the latest advancements in pharmacy practice.
Before delving into these trends, let’s first look at some relevant statistics. With the industry witnessing constant evolution, the demand for pharmacists continues to soar even more. In the first three quarters of 2023, there were about 60,882 job postings for pharmacists. This marked an increase of 17.9% from 2022, indicating a significant push in demand for these professionals.
The data from AACP’s Pharmacy Demand Report indicates that the time is opportune to enter the industry and gain a competitive edge. However, you must be aware of the prevalent trends to reap the benefits. Utilizing free MPJE practice questions can also help you prepare effectively for your licensure exam. In this blog, we'll explore a few essential trends that every aspiring pharmacist should know.
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MedicalResearch.com Interview with:
Alexander C. Fanaroff, MD, MHS
Assistant Professor of Medicine, Division of Cardiovascular Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
MedicalResearch.com: What is the background for this study? Response: This is a secondary analysis of the ARTEMIS, a cluster randomized trial of copayment assistance for P2Y12 inhibitors in patients that had myocardial infarction. One of the primary endpoints of ARTEMIS was persistence with P2Y12 inhibitors: Did the patient continue to take a P2Y12 inhibitor over the entire 1 year following MI? In ARTEMIS, we captured persistence data in two ways, patient report and pharmacy fill records. What we did in this study was to look at the agreement between persistence as measured by these two methods. (more…)
MedicalResearch.com Interview with:
LeneVestergaardRavn-Nielsen, MSc(Pharm)
Hospital Pharmacy of FunenClinical Pharmacy DepartmentOdense University HospitalOdense, Denmark
MedicalResearch.com: What is the background for this study? Response: Hospital readmissions are common among patients receiving multiple medication, with considerable costs to the patients and society.
MedicalResearch.com: What are the main findings?Response: A multifaceted clinical pharmacist intervention can reduce ED visits and hospital readmissions.(more…)
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