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NCPA Annual Meeting RECAP Show | Part Two
Welcome to the Pharmacy Podcast Network's coverage of the NCPA 2025 Post Show! The NCPA annual conference is the trailblazer for community pharmacy, bringing together the pharmacy community. Our host Todd Eury, founder and CEO of the Pharmacy Podcast Network, took the microphone to the action right on the show floor capturing exclusive conversations with attendees, pharmacy students, keynote speakers, vendors, and more! Thank you YARAL Pharma for sponsoring this coverage of the NCPA Post Show! Visit https://yaralpharma.com/
2025-11-18
53 min
NCPA On Stage
Strings of Farewell: Pepe Romero at the NCPA
In an intimate conversation, the great Spanish guitarist Pepe Romero looks back on a lifetime of music and meaning. As his Farewell to Asia tour reaches Beijing, he shares stories of love, memory, and the timeless beauty of the guitar.
2025-10-29
30 min
Cardinal Health™ Counter Talk™ Podcast
Fueling Independent Pharmacy Advocacy with the 2025 NCPA Digest | Cardinal Health™ Counter Talk™ Podcast
The NCPA Digest, presented by the National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) and Cardinal Health, is a comprehensive analysis quantifying and profiling the state of independent community pharmacy. From benchmarking performance and implementing process improvements to identifying new strategies that have proven successful for their peers, there are many ways independent pharmacies can leverage this annual report. In this episode, NCPA’s Doug Hoey and Lisa Schwartz join Cardinal Health’s Michelle Britt and Rebecca McGrath to discuss the findings from the 2025 NCPA Digest and how independent pharmacists’ collective voices help inform this industry publication. They also share examples of how...
2025-10-20
44 min
Pharmacy Podcast Network
Fueling Independent Pharmacy Advocacy with the 2025 NCPA Digest | Cardinal Health™ Counter Talk™ Podcast
The NCPA Digest, presented by the National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) and Cardinal Health, is a comprehensive analysis quantifying and profiling the state of independent community pharmacy. From benchmarking performance and implementing process improvements to identifying new strategies that have proven successful for their peers, there are many ways independent pharmacies can leverage this annual report. In this episode, NCPA’s Doug Hoey and Lisa Schwartz join Cardinal Health’s Michelle Britt and Rebecca McGrath to discuss the findings from the 2025 NCPA Digest and how independent pharmacists’ collective voices help inform this industry publication. They also share examples of how...
2025-10-20
44 min
Script Your Future
Follow What You're Good At
IntroductionPrior to launching Union Pharmacy, Dr. Xiaoyan Qin, PharmD, spent 15 years as a pharmacist and pharmacy manager for a national chain. Driven by a passion for patient care, but frustrated with corporate metrics that limited care, she often wondered to her husband, Dr. Jeff Gruneich, PhD, What if I could do this differently…?Complementing Xiaoyan’s detailed understanding of pharmacy finance and operations, Jeff’s background as a bioengineer, biotech entrepreneur and technology and product management at IBM, Roche, and MathWorks, rounded out a unique toolkit for pharmacy innovation. The question became more focused: What i...
2025-10-16
29 min
Independent Rx Forum
Inside the NCPA Innovation Center/CPESN® Fellowship
Ever been curious about the NCPA Innovation Center/CPESN® Community Pharmacy Fellowship? Now's your chance to hear from Drew Register, director of the fellowship program, as he sits down with host John Beckner. Get answers to your questions and insights into how this program is shaping the future of independent pharmacy. Learn more: https://ncpa.org/fellowship
2025-10-07
31 min
NCPA On Stage
Celebrating Mid-Autumn with the Chinese Dizi
In this special Mid-Autumn episode of NCPA On Stage, we explore the enchanting sounds of the dizi—China’s 7,000-year-old bamboo flute. Discover how this instrument’s vibrating membrane creates its unique resonance, and journey through Northern folk melodies, Southern poetic traditions, and modern fusions. Join us for a cultural soundscape where tradition meets innovation.
2025-09-25
33 min
Script Your Future
A Thoughtful Take On Independent Pharmacy Succession Planning with Donnie Calhoun
IntroductionWelcome to another compelling episode of the Script Your Future Podcast, where we explore the critical yet often overlooked world of pharmacy succession planning. Host Sonja Pagniano sits down with Donnie Calhoun, owner of Calhoun Wellness Pharmacy and valued NCPA Foundation Board of Trustees member, for an intimate conversation about the realities of pharmacy ownership, business evolution, and preparing for the future.This episode serves as the perfect complement to the foundation’s recent webinar with Jeff Harrell on community pharmacy succession planning best practices. Donnie's story illustrates both the challenges and opportunities that de...
2025-09-06
37 min
Script Your Future
From Consultant to Owner: Dr. Sabrina Russ's Journey Through the Pathways to Pharmacy Ownership Program
IntroductionIn this inspiring episode of Script Your Future, we interview Dr. Sabrina Russ, a dedicated participant in NCPA Foundation's Pathways to Pharmacy Ownership Program. With over 25 years of pharmacy experience, Dr. Russ shares her evolution from chain pharmacy work to independent consulting, and now to opening her own collaborative pharmacy practice in Columbia, South Carolina. Her story demonstrates the power of persistence, mentorship, and community support in overcoming the challenges of pharmacy ownership. From navigating skeptical bankers to finding the right contractors, Dr. Russ offers candid insights into the realities of becoming an independent pharmacy owner...
2025-08-19
43 min
The Bottom Line Pharmacy Podcast: Sykes & Company, P.A.
Pharmacy’s Never Ending Story: PBM Reform Act and Medicare Drug Pricing Changes with Doug Hoey, NCPA
Send us a textSchedule an Rx AssessmentSubscribe to Master The MarginH.R. 4317, PBM transparency and Medicare drug pricing...The legislative landscape is shifting fast, and if pharmacy owners want a sustainable future, advocacy can’t be optional.So where do things stand and what’s next?In this episode of The Bottom Line Pharmacy Podcast, Scotty Sykes, CPA, CFP®, and Bonnie Bond, CPA, sit down with B. Douglas Hoey, CEO of the NCPA, to discuss:- What the P...
2025-07-31
31 min
Script Your Future
Fight, Flight, Or Freeze
IntroductionIn this inspiring episode of the Script Your Future Podcast, NCPA Foundation Executive Director, Sonja Pagniano, interviews Dr. Jay Phipps, a Pharmacy Gladiator, entrepreneur, and the dynamic force behind the "Pharmacy Gladiator" brand. Dr. Jay Phipps is a Pharmacy Doctor, Founder, Entrepreneur, President, and CEO who leads Phipps Pharmacy, Inc., an independent pharmacy with 4 locations, along with a team of dedicated pharmacy professionals providing personalized, high-quality patient care. He also serves as President and CEO of PhippsCare, which focuses on pharmacy doctor-provided healthcare, and Health Insurance Solutions, specializing in medical and pharmacy plans for seniors.
2025-07-21
37 min
Script Your Future
Strategies for Pharmacy Owners In Today's Challenging Pharmacy Landscape
IntroductionIn today's challenging pharmacy landscape, many independent pharmacy owners are struggling with shrinking margins, predatory PBM contracts, and the constant pressure to do more with less. But what if there was a different way forward? What if you could turn these challenges into opportunities?Today, we're joined by Dared Price, a pharmacist and entrepreneur who has done exactly that. Based in Winfield, Kansas, Dared owns eight pharmacy locations in partnership with NCPA Foundation Board of Trustees member Bill Osborn, and he's also the co-owner of Oread Rx, a transparent PBM that's saving clients up...
2025-07-01
33 min
NCPA On Stage
Zhang Haochen: A Rachmaninoff Odyssey
Last week at NCPA, Chinese pianist Zhang Haochen completed a monumental feat – performing all four Rachmaninoff piano concertos plus the Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini in a single day. In this episode of NCPA on Stage, we have the privilege of hearing ZhangHaochen’s first reflections just hours after stepping off stage.
2025-06-15
37 min
Script Your Future
Beyond the Prescription: 20 Years of Advanced Practice Pharmacy
IntroductionHost Sonja Pagniano, Executive Director of the NCPA Foundation, interviews guest Dr. Diana Arouchanova, PharmD, APh, Owner of Clinicare Pharmacy and APP Care Center in Northridge, California. The episode celebrates Diana's 20-year journey in pharmacy ownership, exploring how she transformed a small neighborhood pharmacy into an innovative advanced practice care center. Diana shares her patient-centered approach that goes beyond traditional dispensing, discusses her pharmacy residency program partnership with USC Alfred E. Mann School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, and reveals how community pharmacies serve as essential healthcare lifelines during and after emergencies. Her story demonstrates the...
2025-05-30
38 min
NCPA On Stage
Ning Feng: Bridging Cultures Through the Violin
Today, we’re delighted to have one of the most celebrated violinists of our time—Mr. Ning Feng. A gold medalist at the Paganini International Violin Competition, Mr. Ning is renowned not only for his virtuosic technique and lyrical tone, but also for his dedication to bridging cultures through music. At the 2025 NCPA May Festival, Ning Feng shares his deep connection to Chinese composer Zhao Jiping’s Violin Concerto No. 1, reflects on interpreting Shostakovich, and explores how music bridges cultures.
2025-05-17
23 min
NCPA On Stage
Chamber Music and Cultural Vision: Jan Vogler at NCPA
Today we are honored to have one of the most celebrated cellists of our time — Jan Vogler. With a career that spans continents and collaborations with leading orchestras and artists, he is not only a brilliant soloist, but also an influential curator and cultural ambassador. Mr. Vogler is currently in Beijing for the annual NCPA May Festival, and over the past week, he’s brought audiences here unforgettable performances.
2025-05-12
25 min
Script Your Future
Pharmacy Ownership Doesn't Have to Wait: A Conversation With Josuah Tilus
IntroductionHost Sonja Pagniano, Executive Director of the NCPA Foundation, interviews guest Josuah Tilus, Owner of Chinook Pharmacy in Forks, Washington. The episode focuses on Josuah's journey to pharmacy ownership and the experiences that led him to ownership, right out of pharmacy school.InterviewSonja: Welcome to the Script Your Future podcast from the NCPA Foundation. I'm Sonja, the Executive Director of NCPA Foundation, and today I'm excited to be joined by Josuah Tilus. Josuah, thanks so much for taking the time to speak with us today. Where are you joining us from?
2025-04-29
35 min
Script Your Future
Script Your Future Podcast: A Conversation With Sam Smith
Producer's NoteThis is our first podcast episode for the NCPA Foundation. We're aware that the audio quality has some room for improvement, and we'll be working to enhance the sound in future episodes. Thank you for your understanding as we develop this new platform for sharing pharmacy stories and insights.IntroductionHost: Sonja Pagniano, CFRE, Executive Director, NCPA FoundationGuest: Sam Smith, pharmacy student at Mercer University graduating in MayTopic: Community pharmacy passion and entrepreneurshipSam's Journey to Community PharmacySam was initially interested in hospital pharmacy. He started...
2025-03-28
28 min
NCPA On Stage
The Erhu’s Voice: A Tale of Tradition, Emotion, and Innovation
Join us for a captivating episode of NCPA On Stage as we explore the expressive world of the erhu, often called the “Chinese violin”. We showcase the instrument’s rich history and evolving repertoire, revealing the erhu’s profound emotional depth and dynamic versatility. 02:05-04:16 LIU Tianhua: Bird Song in a Desolate Mountain 04:17-05:54 A’bing: The Moon Reflected on the Er-quan Spring 05:55-08:57 LIU Wenjin: Ballad of Northern Henan Province 08:58-12:52 CHEN Yaoxing: Battle Steeds Galloping Ahead 12:53-18:46 WANG Jianmin: Erhu Rhapsody No. 1 18:47-25:44 TAN Dun: Erhu Concerto Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon 25:45-32:38 Bizet: Carmen Fantasy for erhu, piano, and string
2025-03-11
32 min
NCPA On Stage
Harmony of the Spring Festival: A Chinese New Year Celebration in Music
Ring in the joy and unity of the Chinese New Year with NCPA On Stage! Join us as we celebrate this cherished festival with a special concert featuring traditional Chinese music, vibrant melodies, and festive tunes that bring the vibrant spirit of the festival to life. Wishing you all a Happy Chinese New Year—may your year ahead be filled with health, prosperity, and joy!
2025-01-26
54 min
Pharmacy Podcast Network
NCPA 2024 Annual Convention Coverage | Part Two
Welcome to the Pharmacy Podcast Network’s exclusive coverage of the National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) 2024 Annual Convention, recording LIVE from Columbus, Ohio! Known as the “Super Bowl of Independent Community Pharmacy,” this event is the only industry conference designed specifically for the needs of community pharmacy professionals. In this special 3-part podcast series, the Pharmacy Podcast Network dives deep into the event's highlights, bringing you firsthand insights from industry leaders, innovators, and attendees who are shaping the future of community pharmacy. From groundbreaking ideas to actionable strategies, we’ve got it all covered! This is part two of three ove...
2024-12-26
59 min
The Base to Pickle Show Podcast
S2E2: Base to Pickle at NCPA Pictona Holly Hill and The Rise of Collegiate Pickleball
The conversation covers the excitement of NCPA collegiate pickleball, focusing on a matches between several universities such as Samford University, Florida State University, and the Florida Gators. The Uncle Mugs andRaul De Castro are your hosts who analyze the players' performances, discuss the importance of technology in officiating, and highlight the role of the NCPA in promoting the sport. They emphasize athleticism, strategy, and the significance of community support in the growth of pickleball. This conversation delves into the vibrant world of collegiate pickleball, focusing on the NCAA Women's Doubles Finals. The discussion highlights the impact of pickleball on...
2024-12-13
59 min
The Bottom Line Pharmacy Podcast: Sykes & Company, P.A.
Tradeshow Series: Live from NCPA 2024 Conference
Send us a textSchedule an RX AssessmentCatch up on the latest in pharmacy with our last installment of the 2024 Tradeshow Podcast Series!In this episode, Scotty Sykes CPA, CFP, Bonnie Bond CPA, Ollin Sykes CPA, CITP, CMA, and Kathy Blanchard, Senior Pharmacy Accountant come to you in person from the 2024 NCPA Annual Convention!They discuss trends they’re seeing in independent pharmacy, the current state of PBM reform, 2025 tax changes, and more!Stay connected with us on social media: FacebookTwitter
2024-11-22
11 min
Catalyst Pharmacy Podcast
Build a Sustainable Pharmacy Future with Doug Hoey | Catalyst Pharmacy Podcast LIVE at NCPA
Live from NCPA's Annual Convention, Doug Hoey discusses Walgreens announcing major store closures, validating years of warnings about unsustainable economics. Join Doug and host Josh Howland as they go over promising developments in pharmacy services, PBM reform progress, and practical implementation strategies. Tune into this live recording of the Catalyst Pharmacy Podcast as they both offer critical analysis and a forecast for the industry’s future. 0:29 - NCPA Convention Overview & Updates 01:21 - Walgreens Closures & Industry Impact 07:22 - Future of Pharmacy Payment Models 11:48 - Three Keys to Success (Scale, Pay...
2024-11-13
24 min
AmplifyLTC Pharmacy Podcast
LTC Pharmacy Matters Now More Than Ever with Rebecca Snead | AmplifyLTC Podcast LIVE from NCPA
We are live from the NCPA show floor with Senior Director Rebecca Snead as we discuss the revolution happening in long-term care pharmacy. With more Americans aging at home than ever before, discover why 52% of independent pharmacies are expanding into LTC services. From legislative battles to technological innovation, Rebecca and host Mark Bivins discuss the role pharmacists play in addressing the senior care crisis. Learn how AI, remote monitoring, and changing patient preferences are reshaping the future of healthcare delivery, and why baby boomers are driving the shift toward home-based care services. 00:00 - Intro...
2024-11-06
21 min
PQS Quality Corner Show
NCPA 2024 Wrap-up: Pharmacy Takeaways and Tips
Join PQS for a mini-roundtable discussion about the 2024 NCPA Annual Convention and a recap of our interactions with pharmacists on the show floor about EQUIPP Enhanced Services. The NCPA event was held the last weekend in October in Columbus, OH.David Simoneaux, Sr. Communications Specialist, interviews Nick Dorich, Associate Director of Pharmacy Accounts and Mital Patel, Quality Programs Engagement Specialist about their experiences with NCPA attendees and the pharmacist responses about using EQUIPP.
2024-11-05
16 min
Cardinal Health™ Counter Talk™ Podcast
NCPA Digest Launch | Cardinal Health™ Counter Talk™
Each year, the National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA), in partnership with Cardinal Health, publishes the NCPA Digest, a comprehensive analysis quantifying and profiling the state of independent community pharmacy. The Digest is designed to help pharmacy owners better manage their business and provide elected officials with data to inform policymaking. Cardinal Health has been a proud sponsor of this annual report since 2008, reiterating our commitment to independent pharmacies and their ongoing success as community healthcare destinations. In this episode, Doug Hoey, CEO of NCPA, and Lisa Schwartz, NCPA’s senior director of professional affairs, discuss findings from the...
2024-10-31
44 min
Pharmacy Podcast Network
NCPA Digest Launch | Cardinal Health™ Counter Talk™
Each year, the National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA), in partnership with Cardinal Health, publishes the NCPA Digest, a comprehensive analysis quantifying and profiling the state of independent community pharmacy. The Digest is designed to help pharmacy owners better manage their business and provide elected officials with data to inform policymaking. Cardinal Health has been a proud sponsor of this annual report since 2008, reiterating our commitment to independent pharmacies and their ongoing success as community healthcare destinations. In this episode, Doug Hoey, CEO of NCPA, and Lisa Schwartz, NCPA’s senior director of professional affairs, discuss findings from the...
2024-10-31
44 min
Pharmacy Podcast Network
Ready? Set! GO! We're Headed to NCPA 2024 | TWIRx
On 'This Week in Pharmacy' we're talkign about the 'Super Bowl' event of the year for Independent Community Pharmacy, the NCPA 2024. But first, let's get jiggy with #TWIRx News: As drug middlemen influence grows, independent pharmacies face fresh challenges: https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/10/11/drug-middlemen-influence-grows-independent-pharmacies-face-fresh-challenges/ The Evolving Role and Importance of Pharmacists in the Health Care System https://www.pharmacytimes.com/view/the-evolving-role-and-importance-of-pharmacists-in-the-health-care-system Amazon same-day prescription delivery expanding to nearly half of U.S. in 2025 https://www.cnbc.com/2024/10/09/amazon-same-day-prescription-delivery-expanding-to-half-of-us-in-2025.html New law requires transparency for Pharmacy Benefit Managers h...
2024-10-12
46 min
This Week in Pharmacy
Ready? Set! GO! We're Headed to NCPA 2024 | TWIRx
On 'This Week in Pharmacy' we're talkign about the 'Super Bowl' event of the year for Independent Community Pharmacy, the NCPA 2024. But first, let's get jiggy with #TWIRx News: As drug middlemen influence grows, independent pharmacies face fresh challenges: https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/10/11/drug-middlemen-influence-grows-independent-pharmacies-face-fresh-challenges/ The Evolving Role and Importance of Pharmacists in the Health Care System https://www.pharmacytimes.com/view/the-evolving-role-and-importance-of-pharmacists-in-the-health-care-system Amazon same-day prescription delivery expanding to nearly half of U.S. in 2025 https://www.cnbc.com/2024/10/09/amazon-same-day-prescription-delivery-expanding-to-half-of-us-in-2025.html New law requires transparency for Pharmacy Benefit Managers h...
2024-10-12
46 min
Independent Rx Forum
NCPA 2024 Annual Convention Preview
In this episode, Jack Mozloom checks in with Elise Damman and Becky Snead of the NCPA Innovation Center to preview the education programming at the upcoming NCPA Annual Convention, happening Oct. 26-29 in Columbus, Ohio. Learn more at ncpa.org/annual-convention.
2024-10-08
24 min
NCPA On Stage
NCPA's Das Rheingold – A Journey into Wagner’s Masterpiece
Join us for an in-depth discussion with Mr. Stefano Poda, the visionary behind NCPA’s production of Das Rheingold, where he directed and also handled choreography, set, and costume design. We’ll also speak with Ms. Wei Lanfen, the producer of this monumental opera, about the intricate process of bringing Wagner’s masterpiece to life.
2024-09-25
35 min
NCPA On Stage
Exploring the Sound of Imagination: An Interview with Clarinetist Shen Tianyi
Join us on NCPA On Stage as clarinetist Shen Tianyi shares insights on his debut album Sound of Imagination, his musical journey, and recent performances in China. Dive into this engaging conversation, enriched with beautiful music and Shen's unique perspectives on the art of clarinet.
2024-08-16
24 min
NCPA On Stage
La Fanciulla del West: An Italian Opera on the Beijing Stage
Explore the world of "La Fanciulla del West" through the eyes of Conductor Carlo Rizzi, Mezzo-Soprano Anastasia Boldyreva, and Producer Wei Lanfen. Get an inside look at how the NCPA brings Giacomo Puccini’s thrilling opera to life on the Beijing stage.
2024-08-02
31 min
The Bottom Line Pharmacy Podcast: Sykes & Company, P.A.
Finishing the Fight: What’s Next for Independent Pharmacy with Doug Hoey, CEO of NCPA
Send us a text🎉 It’s episode 50 which means it’s time to celebrate a milestone! 🎉In this milestone episode, Ollin Sykes, CPA, CMA, CITP and Bonnie Bond, CPA are thrilled to sit down with the esteemed Doug Hoey, CEO of the National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA).This episode is packed with updates and insights into:Payment ReformFinish the Fight CampaignAdvice for Independent Pharmacy Owners in 2024Join the Discussion with Ollin Sykes, Bonnie Bond, and Doug Hoey!Schedule an Rx AssessmentStay up to date on new episodes b...
2024-07-25
26 min
NCPA On Stage
East Meets West: Explore The Sheng Concerto in "Phenomena"
In this episode, we will explore "Phenomena," a Sheng concerto commissioned by the NCPA Orchestra. The program features European composer Bernd Richard Deutsch, Sheng virtuoso Wu Wei, and NCPA Orchestra’s Head of Artistic Planning, Tang Ning. They discuss the ancient Chinese mouth organ, the Sheng, and its unique integration into Western classical music.
2024-05-27
33 min
NCPA On Stage
The Resonance of Italian Opera in China - Exploring Verdi's "Un ballo in Maschera"
Join us as we uncover the allure of Italian opera in China and delve into the captivating performance of Verdi's "Un ballo in Maschera" at NCPA. Discover the cultural harmony between East and West through music with Maestro LÜ Jia, the conductor of the opera, tenor Gianluca Terranova in the lead role, and Ms. Wei Lanfen, Director of the NCPA production department and producer of Un ballo in Maschera.
2024-05-06
27 min
NCPA On Stage
Exploring the Haunting World of Wagner's “The Flying Dutchman”
In April 2024, the National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA) in Beijing, China, presented Richard Wagner’s enduring opera "The Flying Dutchman" for the third time. The production received enormous acclaim from Chinese audiences for its spectacular stage design and masterful performances. Today, we're diving into the world of Wagner's timeless masterpiece "The Flying Dutchman" and exploring NCPA’s latest production of this haunting tale with esteemed guests, conductor Marcus Bosch, bass-baritone Ólafur Sigurdarson (singing the title role), and Ms. WEI Lanfen, Director of the Production Department of the NCPA.
2024-04-28
33 min
Pharmacy Podcast Network
Legislative Updates from NCPA Ronna Hauser | Happier at Home PRN
Ronna Hauser, SVP Policy & Pharmacy Affairs with NCPA, joins Debbie Marcello on this legislative update Happier at Home PRN Podcast Episode. From the NCPA: PCMA is out promoting their usual misinformation trying to portray PBMs as cost saving entities. We need YOU to set the record straight! We need you to let lawmakers know how PBMs really impact community pharmacy and your patients. We need you to advocate for common sense solutions. We have several pieces of priority legislation near the finish line and only your elected officials can make them a reality. We've been sending thousands of messages to Cap...
2024-02-27
28 min
Pickleballers.io Podcast
College Pickleball's Next BIG Thing?!🤯 NCPA has entered the Chat. CEO Noah Suemnick. Ep. 33
Noah Suemnick is the CEO of the NCPA (National Collegiate Pickleball Association), and if focused on delivering an amazing college pickleball product for players, fans and spectators! All of that is happening at the NCPA Collegiate National Championships in March in San Diego! Find out what to expect from the NCPA!
2024-02-19
11 min
Pharmacy Focus
Independent Rx Forum: Legal Frontiers and Updates From NCPA
Host Jack Mozloom, vice president of Public Affairs and Marketing at the National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA), speaks with Matthew Seiler, RN, Esq, general counsel at NCPA. The discussion spans recent legal developments, including a new class action lawsuit, updates on the Federal Trade Commission and Department of Justice's merger guidelines, insights into the NCPA Trust, and a crucial meeting with State Attorneys General. Key Takeaways A new class action lawsuit has potential implications for independent pharmacies, and Matthew Seiler provides insights into its details. The discussion sheds light on their potential impact of the updated merger guidelines...
2023-12-22
23 min
Pharmacy Focus
Independent Rx Forum: NCPA Priorities, Legislative Updates for Independent Pharmacies
In this episode of the Independent Rx Forum, host Jack Mozoloom, vice president of Public Affairs & Marketing at the National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA), leads a discussion with guests Kaite Krell, MPH, associate director of Congressional Affairs, and Adam Harbison, senior director of Congressional Affairs at the NCPA. Together, they delve into the legislative landscape, exploring NCPA's priorities for independent pharmacies and providing crucial updates on legislation concerning pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) reform, direct and indirect remuneration (DIR) fees, and mail-order and specialty pharmacies. Key Takeaways: NCPA is actively advocating for legislative changes to benefit independent pharmacies, focusing...
2023-11-28
17 min
Pharmacy Podcast Network
2023 IPCRx NCPA Recap LIVE Part Three | NCPA
The Pharmacy Podcast Network was a press & media partner for the NCPA 2023 Annual Tradeshow & Convention. This episode is brought to you by Independent Pharmacy Coalition (IPC) Listen to the interviews with leaders in community pharmacy. Guests: Marc Essensa - IPC Mark McKinney - IPC Steve Maki - Maine Pharmacy Doug Hoey
2023-11-24
29 min
Pharmacy Podcast Network
2023 RealValueRx NCPA Recap LIVE Part Three | NCPA
The Pharmacy Podcast Network was a press & media partner for the NCPA 2023 Annual Tradeshow & Convention. This episode is brought to you by RealValueRx. Listen to the interviews with leaders in community pharmacy. Guests: Luke Snow - Idaho Debbie Marcello - Happier at Home Tom Napolitano
2023-11-23
17 min
Pharmacy Podcast Network
2023 IPCRx NCPA Recap LIVE Part Two | NCPA
The Pharmacy Podcast Network was a press & media partner for the NCPA 2023 Annual Tradeshow & Convention. This episode is brought to you by the Independent Pharmacy Coalition (IPCRx) Listen to the interviews with leaders in community pharmacy. Guests: John Cavello Kelly Stovall - IPC Clinical Ken Thai Marie Wilda
2023-11-17
26 min
Pharmacy Podcast Network
2023 RealValueRx NCPA Recap LIVE Part Two | NCPA
The Pharmacy Podcast Network was a press & media partner for the NCPA 2023 Annual Tradeshow & Convention. This episode is brought to you by RealValueRx. Listen to the interviews with leaders in community pharmacy. Guests: Dr. Mark Fulton - Framework LTC/Host of Framework Focus Podcast Eileen Craker - EzScriptRx Heidi Polek Jessica Socorro
2023-11-16
17 min
Pharmacy Podcast Network
2023 IPCRx NCPA Recap LIVE Part One | NCPA
The Pharmacy Podcast Network was a press & media partner for the NCPA 2023 Annual Tradeshow & Convention. This episode is brought to you by the Independent Pharmacy Coalition (IPCRx) Listen to the interviews with leaders in community pharmacy. Guests: Kelley Babcock, Founder/Creator of Leadership Growth Formula Ashton Maaraba, President, Independent Pharmacy Cooperative, Digital Health WVoices - West Virginia School of Pharmacy William Drilling, Your Hometown Pharmacist David Voseden
2023-11-10
31 min
Pharmacy Podcast Network
2023 RealValueRx NCPA Recap LIVE Part One | NCPA
The Pharmacy Podcast Network was a press & media partner for the NCPA 2023 Annual Tradeshow & Convention. This episode is brought to you by RealValueRx. Listen to the interviews with leaders in community pharmacy. Guests: Steven Jordan - Yarl Pharma Breck Rice & Jonathan Tanner - BreathRox Lisa Faast - DiversifyRx JD Collier - DSCSA
2023-11-09
20 min
Pharmacy Focus
Independent Rx Forum - NCPA Conference: Legal Update on PBM Litigation
Jack Mozloom, vice president of Public Affairs at the National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA), speaks with Matt Seiler, general counsel at NCPA, about the current PBM litigation at the 2023 NCPA Convention. Key Takeaways: Osterhaus Pharmacy has filed a class action lawsuit against CVS Health, Caremark, and Aetna, alleging violations of federal antitrust laws and state contract laws related to Medicare Part D prescription fees. The lawsuit focuses on the unfair imposition of pharmacy direct and indirect remuneration (DIR) fees, which have been a source of concern for independent pharmacies and their organizations like the NCPA. The legal action...
2023-10-24
13 min
Pharmacy Focus
Independent Rx Forum - NCPA Conference: Seasonal Immunizations
In this episode of the Independent Rx Forum, John Beckner, RPh, of the National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA), speaks with Ed Cohen, PharmD, FAPhA, about seasonal immunizations, specifically the new COVID-19 formulations. This episode was recorded at the NCPA Annual Convention 2023.
2023-10-16
27 min
Pharmacy Focus
Independent Rx Forum - NCPA Convention 2023
On this month's episode, Bri Morris, PharmD, director of strategic initiatives at the National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA), spoke with Travis Wolff, PharmD, BCACP, owner of Med-World Pharmacy and Apothecary Pharmacy, and Jen Palazzolo, RPh, owner of Flatirons Family Pharmacy about being an independent pharmacy owner and the upcoming NCPA Convention in 2023. The NCPA Convention will be held from October 14, 2023 through October 17, 2023, in Orlando, Florida. Registration is open now. Get all the info at www.NCPA.org.
2023-06-27
47 min
Catalyst Pharmacy Podcast
EP90 - NCPA: Paving Pharmacy's Foundation With Hannah Fish & Tana Kaefer
Our friends at NCPA recently launched a new video series, “Show Me,” all about practice transformation. The first season, called “The Vaccine Episodes,” helps five pharmacists get their immunization program off the ground, market it effectively, and make it profitable. Two of its stars, Hannah Fish and Tana Kaefer, tune in today to tell us about the experience, how they formed an unexpected friendship, and how you can implement tips from “Show Me” to lay a strong foundation for your pharmacy. Click here to watch the full episodes:: https://www.youtube.com/@NCPAvids. Hosted By: Jeff Key...
2023-03-22
47 min
WFMT-NCPA Opera Series
Gounod’s "Romeo et Juliette"
The second set of NCPA productions begins with Gounod’s "Roméo et Juliette" with Mélissa Petit and Francesco Demuro in the title roles. Patrick Fournillier conducts.
2023-03-17
2h 54
WFMT-NCPA Opera Series
Hao’s "A Village Teacher"
For the final opera in this first set of NCPA productions, we’re excited to present a work by Chinese composer HAO Weiya titled "A Village Teacher". ZHANG Yi conducts.
2023-03-17
2h 31
WFMT-NCPA Opera Series
WFMT-NCPA Opera Series: Lehár’s "The Merry Widow"
This stunning production of "The Merry Widow" by Franz Lehár features SONG Yuanming as Hanna Glawari, with Thomas Laske as Count Danilo, Sarah Zhai Strauss as Valencienne, and SHI Yijie as Camille de Rosillon. Thomas Rösner conducts.
2023-02-09
2h 10
WFMT-NCPA Opera Series
WFMT-NCPA Opera Series: Dvořák’s "Rusalka"
Antonín Dvořák’s fantastical "Rusalka" features a stunning cast of artists that includes ZHOU Xiaolin in the titular role with Ladislav Elgr as the Prince, with GUO Yanyu (Jezibaba), KE Luwa (Foreign Princess), and more. Rastislav Stur conducts.
2023-02-09
2h 52
WFMT-NCPA Opera Series
WFMT-NCPA Opera Series: Bizet’s "Les pêcheurs de perles" ("The Pearl Fishers")
This production of Bizet’s impeccable "Les pêcheurs de perles" ("The Pearl Fishers") stars soprano Olga Peretyatko in the role of Leila alongside Francesco Demuro as Nadir.
2023-02-08
2h 10
Catalyst Pharmacy Podcast
EP83 - The Pharmacy Forecast With NCPA + RedSail
Ever find yourself wondering what the future of pharmacy holds? This week, NCPA CEO Doug Hoey looks into his crystal ball and considers what’s to come for pharmacy. First, we discuss the state of PioneerRx, RedSail, and TransactRx — from customer support to rumors of selling the company. Then, we talk about what’s in the works for the industry, including specialty pharmacy, payor partnerships, and DIR fee reform. Finally, we explain what you can do to brave the sunny days (and the storms) of this pharmacy forecast. Hosted By: Jeff Key, President of PioneerRx | Marsha Bivins, Direct...
2022-12-14
1h 03
NCPA Opera Series
Gounod’s "Roméo et Juliette"
The second set of NCPA productions begins with Gounod’s "Roméo et Juliette" with Mélissa Petit and Francesco Demuro in the title roles. Patrick Fournillier conducts.
2022-11-12
2h 53
There’s a Better Way: Smart Talk on Healthcare and Technology
Coming Out from Behind the Bench: NCPA President Michele Belcher Talks About Community, the Future of Pharmacy and the Best Soda Fountain in the West
In this episode, Melanie sits down with community pharmacist Michele Belcher. Michele is president of the National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) and the owner of Grants Pass Pharmacy, which dates to 1904 and is the last independent pharmacy in Grants Pass, Oregon. Elected president of NCPA in 2022, Michele has long been active in state and federal legislation impacting community pharmacies as well as Oregon’s state pharmacy coalition. When Grants Pass was hit hard by the Delta variant, Michele led the charge for her community pharmacy to rise to the occasion and rallied colleagues to administer COVID-19 vaccines to a pa...
2022-10-18
31 min
NCPA Opera Series
HAO Weiya’s "A Village Teacher"
For the final opera in this first set of NCPA productions, we’re excited to present a Mandarin-language work by Chinese composer HAO Weiya titled "A Village Teacher". ZHANG Yi conducts.
2022-10-08
2h 30
Catalyst Pharmacy Podcast
Catalyst Rewind | EP4 - All About NCPA
We just wrapped up an exciting week at the NCPA Annual Convention, so to celebrate, we’re revisiting some of our favorite NCPA leaders and collaborators on the Catalyst Pharmacy Podcast. On this week’s Rewind, you’ll get bite-sized advice about pharmacy ownership, public health, and how you can influence the next generation of pharmacists — straight from those who do it best. Featured guests include: Amina Abubakar, CEO of Avant Pharmacy and Wellness Center Scott Pace, Co-Owner of Kavanaugh Pharmacy Tripp Logan, Vice President of SEMO Rx Pharmacies Alison Haas, Owner of J...
2022-10-05
47 min
Pharmacy Podcast Network
Community Pharmacy Preparation for Legislator Engagement & Meeting | NCPA
Founded in 1898, the National Community Pharmacists Association is the voice for the community pharmacist, representing nearly 19,400 pharmacies that employ 215,000 individuals nationwide. Community pharmacies are rooted in the communities where they are located and are among America’s most accessible health care providers. To learn more, visit www.ncpa.org. Join us while we talk about how independent pharmacies are hosting members of Congress in their pharmacies. Support the NCPA by joining today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2022-09-29
1h 01
Catalyst Pharmacy Podcast
EP78 - Part 2: Tough Questions. Honest Answers. With NCPA & RedSail
You asked. We answered. Nothing is off-limits. In this two-part episode, NCPA’s Doug Hoey joins RedSail CEO Kraig McEwen and PioneerRx executives Jeff Key and Marsha Bivins to check in on the 2020 acquisition. In Part 1, we discuss PioneerRx support, wait times, and customer success calls. In Part 2, we discuss RedSail’s latest acquisition — TransactRx — and what it means for medical billing. Plus, we get an inside look at PioneerRx’s upcoming platform, which will change the way you do business. You won’t want to miss this one. Hosted By: Jeff Key, President of PioneerRx | Marsha Bivins, Dire...
2022-09-28
45 min
The Bottom Line Pharmacy Podcast: Sykes & Company, P.A.
The Bottom Line Pharmacy Podcast: NCPA Updates
Send us a textNational Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) protects and promotes the interests of independent pharmacists whose success is vital to their patients and their communities. On this episode of The Bottom Line Pharmacy Podcast, your hosts Bonnie Bond, CPA, Kendell Harris, CPA and Scotty Sykes, CPA, CFP® are excited to sit down with Bri Morris, Senior Director of Program Management and Lead of Long-term Care Division at NCPA. The team discusses various hot topic updates in the pharmacy community and dives into the exciting events kicking off at the NCPA national trade show an...
2022-09-22
27 min
Catalyst Pharmacy Podcast
EP78 - Part 1: Tough Questions. Honest Answers. With NCPA & RedSail
You asked. We answered. Nothing is off-limits. In this two-part episode, NCPA’s Doug Hoey joins RedSail CEO Kraig McEwen and PioneerRx executives Jeff Key and Marsha Bivins to check in on the 2020 acquisition. In Part 1, we discuss PioneerRx support, wait times, and customer success calls. In Part 2, releasing 9/28, we discuss RedSail’s latest acquisition — TransactRx — and what it means for medical billing. Plus, we get an inside look at PioneerRx’s upcoming platform, which will change the way you do business. You won’t want to miss this one. Hosted By: Jeff Key, President of PioneerRx | Marsha Bivin...
2022-09-21
38 min
NCPA Opera Series
Bizet’s "Les pêcheurs de perles"
The NCPA production of Bizet’s impeccable "Les pêcheurs de perles" ("The Pearl Fishers") stars soprano Olga Peretyatko in the role of Leila alongside Francesco Demuro as Nadir, Alfredo Daza as Zurga, and Paul Gay as Nourabad. Donato Renzetti conducts.
2022-09-17
2h 10
Pharmacy Focus
Pharmacy Focus: Independent Rx Forum- NCPA's Upcoming Month of Action
Today's episode features Karry La Violette, Senior VP of Government Affairs and Director of the Advocacy Center; and Michele Belcher, Current NCPA President, Owner of Grants Pass Pharmacy; about NCPA's Month of Action that is taking place in August.
2022-07-14
18 min
Pharmacy Focus
Study Break: The Importance of Fellowship Opportunities and the Community Pharmacy Fellowship from NCPA, CPESN
This month, we spoke with Carlie Traylor, PharmD, of the National Community Pharmacy Association (NCPA) to learn about a fellowship program offered by NCPA and CPESN that encourages innovation in the community pharmacy space.
2022-06-27
13 min
Pharmacy Focus
Pharmacy Focus: Independent Rx Forum- What to Know for the NCPA 2022 Annual Convention
Today's episode features Doug Hoey and Bri Morris from NCPA who discuss the upcoming NCPA Annual Convention taking place in Kansas City, Missouri from October 1-4. For more information and registration: https://ncpa.org/annual-convention
2022-06-23
22 min
Catalyst Pharmacy Podcast
EP64 - In the Hot Seat With NCPA CEO Doug Hoey
It’s been a year and a half since the RedSail/PioneerRx acquisition, and change has happened fast. But is that change for better or for worse? NCPA CEO Doug Hoey returns to the Catalyst Pharmacy Podcast to ask RedSail CEO, Kraig McEwen, and PioneerRx Executives, Jeff Key and Marsha Bivins, the hard-hitting questions. Check in on the acquisition, hear feedback from real users, and find out what the future holds for PioneerRx pharmacies. No question is off-limits. Hosted By: Doug Hoey, CEO of NCPA Guests: Kraig McEwen, CEO of RedSail Technologies | Jeff Key, President of...
2022-04-13
1h 06
This Week from China’s National Centre for the Performing Arts
Glazunov, ZHAO Jiping, Beethoven, Brahms, FANG Kejie, and Strauss Jr.
This week, we’ll hear piano virtuoso Lang Lang perform with the NCPA Orchestra in Beethoven’s “Emperor” Concerto. We’ll also hear Glazunov’s charming Concert Waltz No. 1, Brahms’ Song of Destiny and Chinese composer ZHAO Jiping’s fascinating Concerto for Violin and Orchestra with NING Feng.
2022-03-16
1h 58
This Week from China’s National Centre for the Performing Arts
Saint-Saëns, LIU Dehai, Mozart, Brahms
Pianist CHEN Sa joins the NCPA Orchestra and maestro Lv Jia for Saint-Saëns’ Piano Concerto No. 2 and French horn player ZENG Yun is featured in Mozart's charming Horn Concerto No. 4. We'll also hear the first concerto written for pipa and orchestra Little Sisters of the Grassland and Johannes Brahms’ heroic Symphony No. 3.
2022-02-02
1h 58
This Week from China’s National Centre for the Performing Arts
Verdi, Beethoven, XIAN Xinghai, and GUO Wenjing
This week, we'll hear the orchestral splendor of Beethoven’s Symphony No 2. Plus, the NCPA Chorus will be featured in XIAN Xinghai’s Yellow River Cantata, Verdi’s “Va, pensiero” from Nabucco, contemporary Chinese composer GUO Wenjing's symphonic poem Shu Dao Nan (or The Sichuan Road), which is based on the poetry of LI Bai from the Tang Dynasty, and Giuseppe Verdi's Overture to The Sicilian Vespers.
2022-01-19
1h 58
This Week from China’s National Centre for the Performing Arts
Beethoven, BAO Yuankai, Ravel, and Schubert
The great NCPA orchestra flexes its symphonic muscle with Beethoven's 8th and Schubert's 6th. Our programme will also feature Maestro Lv Jia leading the orchestra in BAO Yuankai’s vivid folk infused symphonic suite "Drizzle in the South" and Ravel's Mother Goose Suite.
2022-01-12
1h 58
This Week from China’s National Centre for the Performing Arts
TAN Dun, Mozart, LIU Tianhua, and Beethoven
Join host George Preston, for the inaugural programme of "This Week from China's NCPA." We'll hear works by Ludwig van Beethoven, Giuseppe Verdi, and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, as well as Chinese composers TAN Dun and LIU Tianhua.
2022-01-05
1h 58
Catalyst Pharmacy Podcast
44 - Part 2: Bringing Independents Together Through Technology With NCPA CEO Doug Hoey
🎧 We’re back for Part 2 of the check-in on the PioneerRx + RedSail merger, led by NCPA CEO Doug Hoey. In this episode, we dive into the ways that technology needs to adapt in order for independent pharmacies to be able to collaborate with other providers and payers ー and be seen as a viable partner. Join us to learn more about what PioneerRx and RedSail are doing to progress medical billing and data sharing within the pharmacy system. 🎙 Special Guest Host: Doug Hoey, CEO of NCPA Featuring: Jeff Key, President of PioneerRx | Marsha Bivins, Director of Marketing...
2021-09-08
56 min
Catalyst Pharmacy Podcast
44 Part 1 - Check in on the PioneerRx + RedSail Merger With NCPA CEO Doug Hoey
About 9 months into the acquisition of PioneerRx by RedSail Technologies, NCPA CEO Doug Hoey checks in on how things are going. The honeymoon period is over ー so now that the dust has settled, what is the relationship like between PioneerRx and its new partner, RedSail? One thing is for sure: having the right partner with the right mindset is a valuable asset. Join the conversation to see how the rapid cycles of innovation at PioneerRx Pharmacy Software are fitting into its overarching long-term strategy. 🎙 Hosted By: Jeff Key, President of PioneerRx | Marsha Bivins, Director of Marketing Gue...
2021-09-01
38 min
Pharmacy Crossroads
NCPA 2020 Lifetime Achievement Award | Pharmacy Crossroads
Nasir Mahmood is a remarkable pharmacy owner. Indeed, so remarkable that the NCPA named him the winner of the 2020 Lifetime Achievement Award. And the list of honors and service he has provided to the profession and to his community justifies this high honor. In this podcast Nasir and his son, Rehan, Mahmood share with Kneeland the PharmacyCrossRoads listeners several of the personal philosophy and business practices that allow Pine Plains Pharmacy, in Pine Plains, New York to be such an important part of this small community halfway between New York City and Albany, NY. Nasir, who also earned an MBA sha...
2021-04-12
37 min
Catalyst Pharmacy Podcast
7 - A Conversation with NCPA CEO Doug Hoey
This weekend, the National Community Pharmacy Association (NCPA) hosted their 2020 Annual Convention where Jeff, Mark, and Marsha had the opportunity to sit down with CEO Doug Hoey. Growing up in his father’s pharmacy, Doug has transformed from a superhero in a small community to the head of a national organization, and he’s taking every eager pharmacy with him to the top. Learn first-hand how NCPA is advocating for independent pharmacies on provider status, the pharmacy payment model, COVID-19 vaccination administration, and more while getting to know the man at the front of it all. Hosted By...
2020-10-19
44 min
Thrive Subscribe Podcast
COVID-19 Practice Pearls: NCPA Resources (Vol 2-33)
Listen in to learn more about how NCPA helps support community practice through the COVID-19 Pandemic. NCPA is monitoring information and guidance provided by CDC and other government agencies, and advocating on behalf of community pharmacies on the front lines. ncpa.org/coronavirus-information
2020-05-30
29 min
Political Pharmacist Podcast
Episode 31 - NCPA Talks About the PBM SCOTUS Case
It was a pleasure to sit down with Anne Cassidy from National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) and talk about what could be one of the biggest game changing legal opinions in the history of pharmacy: the case of Rutledge vs. PCMA. This case could change pharmacy forever, depending on the outcome, and how states have the right to regulate healthcare business models! This case was originaly scheduled for 4/27/20 but has now been postponed until October of 2020. Here are some of NCPA's amazing resources on this case: http://www.ncpa.co/pdf/NCPA-APA-1-pager-SCOTUS-review.pdf http://www.ncpa.co/pdf/RutledgevPCMAtimeline...
2020-05-12
34 min
The Mortar & Pestle
Supporting Community Pharmacies through the Pandemic with NCPA’s Doug Hoey
Doug Hoey, RPh, MBA, CEO of the National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA), joins co-hosts Mike De Lisio and Sebastian Denison, RPh, FAARM (candidate), to discuss what NCPA is doing to help support independent community pharmacies in their mission to serve patients during the COVID-19 pandemic.
2020-04-16
28 min
PolitiTalkRx
Congressional Pharmacy NCPA FLY-IN 2020 - PPN Episode 947
NCPA Team Members Anne CassityVP Government Affairs & Karry La Violette Senior Vice President, Government Affairs & Director of Advocacy Center Join us on: Tuesday and Wednesday, April 21/22, 2020 at the Hilton, Old Town Alexandria. FLY In. FLY Out. Easy. That’s NCPA’s 2020 Congressional Pharmacy Fly-In – a small investment of your time that can make a whopping difference in how federal law and policy affect your pharmacy practice. https://pharmacyflyin.ncpanet.org/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-02-24
16 min
PolitiTalkRx
PBM Reform Series Part One: NCPA INSIGHTS - PPN Episode 902
Anne CassityVice President, Federal and State Government Affairs at National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) joins Todd Eury, CEO of the Pharmacy Podcast Network, on part one of the new series: PBM Reform Podcast Series Pharmacy benefit managers were created as middlemen to reduce administrative costs for insurers, validate a patient’s eligibility, administer plan benefits, and negotiate costs between pharmacies and health plans. Over time, PBMs have been allowed to operate virtually unchecked. A lack of transparency in PBM practices has led several states to implement licensure/registration, fair pharmacy audit, or generic drug pricing legislation to try to level the...
2019-12-16
30 min
PBM Reform Podcast
PBM Reform Series Part One: NCPA INSIGHTS - PPN Episode 902
Anne CassityVice President, Federal and State Government Affairs at National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) joins Todd Eury, CEO of the Pharmacy Podcast Network, on part one of the new series: PBM Reform Podcast Series Pharmacy benefit managers were created as middlemen to reduce administrative costs for insurers, validate a patient’s eligibility, administer plan benefits, and negotiate costs between pharmacies and health plans. Over time, PBMs have been allowed to operate virtually unchecked. A lack of transparency in PBM practices has led several states to implement licensure/registration, fair pharmacy audit, or generic drug pricing legislation to try to level the...
2019-12-16
30 min
PBM Reform Podcast
PBM Reform Series Part One: NCPA INSIGHTS - PPN Episode 902
Anne CassityVice President, Federal and State Government Affairs at National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) joins Todd Eury, CEO of the Pharmacy Podcast Network, on part one of the new series: PBM Reform Podcast Series Pharmacy benefit managers were created as middlemen to reduce administrative costs for insurers, validate a patient’s eligibility, administer plan benefits, and negotiate costs between pharmacies and health plans. Over time, PBMs have been allowed to operate virtually unchecked. A lack of transparency in PBM practices has led several states to implement licensure/registration, fair pharmacy audit, or generic drug pricing legislation to try to level the...
2019-12-16
30 min
NCPA podcast
Mike Gallagher - NCPA/Gallagher Partnership - The Mike Gallagher Show - 01-12-09
Mike Gallagher - NCPA/Gallagher Partnership - The Mike Gallagher Show
2009-01-12
32 min
NCPA podcast
NCPA DC Event Health Care Debate - 07/09/2008
NCPA DC Event Health Care Debate
2008-07-09
59 min
NCPA podcast
NCPA Health Care Debate - 06/20/2008
NCPA Health Care Debate
2008-06-20
47 min
NCPA podcast
NCPA Star Parker Event - 03/26/2008
NCPA Star Parker Event
2008-03-26
40 min
NCPA podcast
NCPA Briefing Short-Term Stimulus Long-Term Budget - 02/12/2008
NCPA Briefing Short-Term Stimulus Long-Term Budget
2008-02-12
47 min
NCPA podcast
NCPA Steven Hayward Event - 02/05/2008
NCPA Steven Hayward Event
2008-02-05
42 min
NCPA podcast
NCPA Jonah Goldberg Event - 01/14/2008
NCPA Jonah Goldberg Event
2008-01-14
54 min
NCPA podcast
NCPA Clarence Thomas Event - 10/23/2007
NCPA Clarence Thomas Event
2007-10-23
52 min
NCPA podcast
NCPA Michael Barone Event - 10/16/2007
NCPA Michael Barone Event
2007-10-16
54 min
NCPA podcast
NCPA Linda Chavez Event - 9/25/2007
NCPA Linda Chavez Event
2007-09-25
44 min
NCPA podcast
NCPA Regina Herzlinger Event - 6/20/2007
NCPA Regina Herzlinger Event
2007-06-20
46 min
NCPA podcast
NCPA Tommy Franks Event - 4/18/2007
NCPA Tommy Franks Event
2007-04-18
58 min
NCPA podcast
NCPA Charles Murray Event - 4/4/2007
NCPA Charles Murray Event
2007-04-04
35 min