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Xplore: Growth, Technology, Connections, and Solutions | PrimeRx User Conference Part Two

We hear from Ketan Mehta, CEO of PrimeRx.

Cutting Through the Noise: A nuanced discussion on MFN, Rebates, and Premiums | PBM Reform

Dr. Robert Popovian is a pharmacist, and economist with a deep background in research and public policy. In this episode we have a nuanced discussion on policy impacting pharmacy including PBMs, President Trumps Most Favored Nation Executive Order, Rebates, and insurance premiums.   Links to resources referenced in discussion:• Pioneer Institute, 340B tool: https://pioneerinstitute.org/340babuse/• Pioneer Institute, IRA tool: https://pioneerinstitute.org/the-inflation-reduction-act-ira-overview/• Editorial regarding TrumpRX: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/promise-trumprx-robert-popovian-vskne/?trackingId=dtiG1P%2B%2BSDq6adLfFeEbeg%3D%3D• Pioneer Institute, IRA report: https://pioneerinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/Prescription-Drug-Price-Controls-06252025.pdf • GHLF tool, Impact of Accumulators and Maximizers on Premiums: https://cutt.ly/Rr9Di7Vf• Conquest Advisors website: https://conquestadvisors.godaddysites.com/

Turning Information into Impact in LTC Pharmacy | FrameworkFocus™

 
In this episode, host Todd Eury sits down with Terry Dean and Amanda Malooley to explore the growing importance of business intelligence in long-term care pharmacy. Together, they discuss the challenges pharmacies face in accessing and interpreting data, why real-time insight is becoming mission-critical, and how smarter visibility leads to better operational and clinical outcomes. The conversation then traces the journey behind FrameworkInsight—how it was envisioned, built, and continues to evolve to support pharmacy leaders in making informed, confident decisions.

Partner Spotlight: Reinventing Pharmacy Management with Scriptly | Marketing Vitals

Marketing Vitals host, Kelly Baily, is joined by Brian Prigge, President, CTO and Founder of GRX Marketing’s newest partner – Scriptly!  Learn more about this all-in-one, cloud-based, web-based pharmacy management system and see how your pharmacy can cut costs, streamline operations, and improve efficiency without sacrificing care. Visit scriptly.tech to learn more and schedule a free demo.

NCPA Annual Meeting RECAP Show | Part One

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 RealValueRx for sponsoring this episode!
realvaluerx.com
 
In this episode:
JD Collier - RealValueRx 
Rachel Matz - DocStation
Johny Kello - MatchRx
John DeJames 
Stephanie Zimmerman - Real Value Rx; Jay Phipps
Brad Gallagher - Barclay Damon LLP
Scotty Sikes - Sikes and Co
David Kirkus - PrimeRx
Evan Walker - P3 Pharmacy Student

The Drugstore Cowboy Rides Again: PBM Reform in Arkansas & PGx Safeguards for Xeloda Patients | TWIRx

This Week in Pharmacy - November 7, 2025
TWIRx News: First up, Binghamton University School of Pharmacy holds emergency management simulation, VCU Health pharmacies expand access through new home delivery options, and Lilly and U.S. government agree to expand access to obesity medicines to millions of Americans. 
Our special guest line up on TWIRx:  
Amantha Bagdon - CEO of RxPost 
PGX Pharmacist's Protection of Patients with Dr. Melissa Smith PharmD
Arkansas HB 1150 TO PROHIBIT A PHARMACY BENEFITS MANAGER FROM OBTAINING CERTAIN PHARMACY PERMITS. with John Vinson CEO of the Arkansas Pharmacy Association & Greg Reybold with APCI 
4th Generation Pharmacy Owner C.O. Bigelow (the oldest Apothecary in America) the Drugstore Cowboy, Alec Gingsberg PharmD
Thank you toour sponsors: 
Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC)
Yaral Pharma 
SureCost
The Drugstore Cowboy Rides Again: PBM Reform in Arkansas & PGx Safeguards for Xeloda Patients | TWIRx
 

OvaryIt: Breaking Barriers to Birth Control with Pharmacists at the Center | MaternalRx

On this episode of MaternalRx on the Pharmacy Podcast Network, host Dr. Danielle Raiman Plummer, PharmD, consulting pharmacist, sits down with Mary Kucek, PMP, and Dr. Devin Bustin, MD, co-founders of OvaryIt, creators of the PRISM EHR platform and the OvaryIt Foundation for survivors of domestic abuse and human trafficking.Mary shares her powerful and life-threatening experience with a telemedicine platform that failed to follow contraceptive safety guidelines, an event that changed the course of her career and mission. Together, Mary and Dr. Bustin explain how their NIH-funded research led to the creation of OvaryIt and PRISM: an innovative, pharmacist-centered platform that bridges the safety of in-person care with the accessibility of telehealth.Tune in to hear how retail pharmacists can now lead the next evolution in family planning access, overcoming the barriers to scaling these services, and how technology and policy can empower safer, more equitable reproductive care for all.“Prism will help retail pharmacies become public health access points for central health services.” 💡 Stay Connected & Take Action!- Follow OvaryIt on all social platforms to stay updated on their mission to expand safe, pharmacist-led access to reproductive care.- For Patients: Learn more or find care at MyPrismHealth.com.- For Pharmacists, Pharmacy Owners, and Staff: Discover how to bring contraceptive care to your community with GetPrismRx.com.- Explore Free Education & Advocacy: Visit OvaryFund.org — the OvaryIt Foundation supporting survivors of domestic abuse and human trafficking through education and access.- Advocate for Change: Contact your local representatives to support the ECAPS Act, which recognizes pharmacists as healthcare providers under Medicare Part B and helps expand access to essential reproductive health services.Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and should not replace medical advice.🎧 Listen now to MaternalRx, redefining maternal health, from preconception through postpartum.
 

Preventable Toxicity: The Pharmacogenomics Case for DPYD Testing in Oncology | Precision Medicine Pharmacist Podcast

Fluoropyrimidines such as 5-fluorouracil (5-FU) and capecitabine remain cornerstone chemotherapies in oncology. However, for patients with certain DPYD gene variants, these commonly used drugs can cause life-threatening toxicities due to impaired metabolism of the active compounds.
In this episode of the Precision Medicine Pharmacist Podcast, host Melissa Smith, PharmD, explores how DPYD genotyping is transforming oncology care by helping clinicians identify patients at risk before toxicity occurs. Joined by Karen Merritt, an advocate for universal DPD testing and leader with the Test4DPD initiative, the discussion sheds light on how pharmacogenomics is shaping safer, more personalized cancer treatment.
Together, they explore current evidence, new FDA updates, and implementation frameworks that empower pharmacists and oncology teams to prevent preventable harm through precision medicine.
🧠 Key Discussion Topics
The science behind DPYD gene variants and their clinical implications
How undiagnosed DPD deficiency contributes to preventable toxicity
New recommendations from the CPIC® Guideline for Fluoropyrimidines and DPYD
Insights from the Guide for Implementing DPYD Genotyping for Systemic Fluoropyrimidines
Advocacy for universal DPYD testing across oncology centers
How pharmacists can champion pharmacogenomic testing integration in oncology workflows
Updates from the FDA-approved labeling for Xeloda (capecitabine)
🎧 Featured Guest
Karen MerrittLinkedIn ProfileKaren Merritt is a passionate advocate for pharmacogenomic testing and patient safety in oncology care. Through her leadership in the Test4DPD movement, she works to expand awareness and adoption of DPYD testing worldwide, ensuring patients are protected from severe chemotherapy-related toxicities.
📚 Resources & References
Guide for Implementing DPYD Genotyping for Systemic Fluoropyrimidines into Clinical Practice (PMC)
CPIC® Guideline for Fluoropyrimidines and DPYD
Advocates for Universal DPD/DPYD Testing – Test4DPD
Updated FDA-Approved Label for Xeloda (Capecitabine)
 
💊 About the Show
The Precision Medicine Pharmacist Podcast explores the evolving role of pharmacists in precision health, pharmacogenomics, and individualized patient care. Each episode highlights clinical insights, implementation strategies, and inspiring stories from professionals leading the way in personalized medicine.

Inside M3P: What Medicare Providers and Patients Need to Know | NASP Specialty Pharmacy Podcast

During this episode of the NASP Podcast, Sheila Arquette, President & CEO of NASP, speaks with Sheri Wallace, Account Representative at AcariaHealth Specialty Pharmacy, and Diane Omdahl, RN, MS, founder of 65 Incorporated, published author and consultant on Medicare, to unpack the complexities of the Medicare Prescription Payment Plan (MPPP). Drawing on decades of patient access experience and the finer points of Medicare, they share insights on how these changes impact patients, providers, and pharmacies alike. Learn the importance of education, transparency, and advocacy in ensuring patients don’t fall through the cracks during these changes. Whether you're a provider, pharma partner, or patient advocate, this episode offers practical guidance and expert perspectives to help you navigate the evolving Medicare landscape.

Xplore: Growth, Technology, Connections, and Solutions | PrimeRx User Conference Part One

The Pharmacy Podcast Network attended Xplore 2025, PrimeRx's Inaugural User Conference, capturing the voices of independent pharmacy owners, students, and industry leaders. In this episode, Todd Eury talks with:
Ashton Maaraba with IPC iCare+
Leo Gjoni with DrugLift
Ayah Elzibak, Pharmacy Student 
Will Tuft with RxSafe Eyecon

Data to Impact: Nested Knowledge & the 31-Day Pharmacist Challenge | TWIRx

TWIRx in the WORKS!!! 
Welcome back to This Week in Pharmacy (TWIRx) — your weekly deep dive into the most important pharmacy news, innovations, and conversations shaping healthcare.
In this episode, host Todd Eury brings you stories that move from data to impact, exploring how pharmacists are driving change through knowledge, leadership, and advocacy.
🗞️ TWIRx News Roundup
Wrapping up IDWeek 2025 with the latest insights from Pharmacy Practice News and more breaking updates across the profession:
💊 How Well Are You Using Fetroja?Understanding appropriate use of cefiderocol and antibiotic resistance challenges.🔗 Read at Pharmacy Practice News
⚕️ AFPs Affect Access to Specialty MedicationsLearn how alternative funding programs are impacting patient access and specialty care.🔗 Read at Specialty Pharmacy Continuum
🚨 FDA Recall AlertDrug makers recall a blood pressure medicine tainted with a cancer-causing chemical.🔗 Read the full story via AP News
🧠 Meeting Patients Where They AreHow pharmacists are supporting patients managing schizophrenia treatment adherence.🔗 Read at Pharmacy Times
🎤 Featured Guest: Keith Kallmes
President, Nested KnowledgeA deep conversation on how Nested Knowledge is transforming the way clinical data becomes actionable insights for healthcare decision-makers.
Connect with Keith on LinkedIn
🧬 Today’s TWIRx is sponsored by Nested Knowledge — advancing research automation and evidence synthesis to accelerate medical innovation.
💪 31-Day Pharmacist ChallengeA huge thank you to Dr. Jesse McCullough, PharmD — Founder of Keystone Pharmacy Insights — for inspiring the pharmacy community through the 31-Day Pharmacist Challenge during Pharmacist Month!
Connect with Jesse on LinkedInJoin his Leadership Community for Pharmacists on SKOOL
🔥 Bonus Guest: Matthew Zachary
Principal, Matthew Zachary WorldwideThe outspoken healthcare advocate returns to rage against the PBM Mafia, shining a light on the broken business models of the “Big 3” PBMs.
Shout-out to Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drugs for disrupting the system and fighting for transparency and affordability for patients everywhere.
📢 Subscribe & Connect
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Data to Impact: Nested Knowledge & the 31-Day Pharmacist Challenge | TWIRx

Lies and Lawsuits | Essential: Pharmacy Compounding Podcast APC

In this edition of Essential, we look at how we’re pushing back against the FDA’s upcoming ban on desiccated thyroid extract, why drugmakers’ latest tactics against compounding pharmacies are backfiring, and we give you a great way to make sure your practice is performing at its best.Then we take a deep dive with attorney and pharmacist Mark Boesen into the lawsuits being filed against compounding pharmacies, what the results have been, and how they might affect more than just pharmacy in the future. Boesen & Snow Law: https://www.boesensnowlaw.com/DTE story (https://a4pc.org/news/ask-your-patients-help-us-protect-dte-access)“FDA’s confusing warning letters” (https://a4pc.org/news/fdas-confusing-warning-letters)“FDA’s green list: Not our problem?” (https://a4pc.org/news/fdas-green-list-not-our-problem)Compounding.com/thyroidBest practices documents (a4pc.org/bestpractices)National Review article on FDA crackdown (https://archive.ph/LYy7t)

NSAIDs: Everything and Then Some | Pain Pod

NSAIDs are everywhere, prescription, OTC, topical, oral, injectable, you name it!In an era of Opioidphobia, are they really a panacea? Heck no, all medications come with baggage.We could spend hours talking about NSAIDs, and not even get to the elephant in the room: Which NSAID for Which Patient? So we’ll go there in this succinct, yet comprehensive rapid review of all things NSAIDs on the Pain Pod!Come one, come all, to the Pain Pod!!!Pain Guy• www.painguy.us

KIDs List Lowdown | Pediatric Pharmacist Review

In this episode of The Pediatric Pharmacist Review, we delve into the 2025 KIDs List—the Pediatric Pharmacy Association's updated guide highlighting key potentially inappropriate medications in pediatric care. This comprehensive list serves as a critical resource for clinicians aiming to enhance medication safety and optimize pharmacotherapy in pediatric populations.Meet the Experts:Dr. Rachel S. Meyers brings a wealth of experience as a Clinical Professor at Rutgers University and a Pediatric Clinical Pharmacist at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center. Her clinical insights and academic contributions have significantly influenced pediatric pharmacy practice.Dr. David Hoff serves as the Pharmacy Director for Acute Care at Children’s Minnesota and holds the position of Section Editor at JPPT. With over 30 years of experience, he has been instrumental in developing and updating the KIDs List, ensuring it reflects the latest evidence and best practices.Key Discussion Points:The evolution and significance of the KIDs List in pediatric pharmacotherapyStrategies for integrating the KIDs List into clinical practiceThe impact of inappropriate medications on pediatric patient outcomesCollaborative efforts in pediatric medication safetyFurther Reading:For a comprehensive understanding, access the full 2025 KIDs List here: 2025 KIDs List PDF

The NASP Specialty Pharmacy Expo RECAP Show | Part Three

The Pharmacy Podcast Network is back on the show floor at the NASP Annual Expo, live in Denver, CO!Thank you JB Consulting for Sponsoring this episode!On part one of this series we interview:
Jennifer Noonan with Accessia Health
Shaun Jensen with JB Consulting
Kevin Kallmes with Nested Knowledge AI
Lee Pratt with ProChant
Mai Tang with Two Trees Consulting
Nick Calla with Orsini
Reed Kalna with Kaiser Permanente
Richard Brook with Better Worldwide Health
Ryne A. Clark with Keysource
Sheila Arquette, President and CEO of the NASP

Access, Advocacy & Appreciation: The Heart of Pharmacy in Motion | TWIRx

Access, Advocacy & Appreciation: The Heart of Pharmacy in Motion --it's time to #TWIRx on October 24th, 2025, it's FRIDAY!! Up first is TWIRx News:From Pharmacy Times, Lynkuet Access Program Aims to Help Women Save on Neurokinin-Targeted Therapy. https://lnkd.in/e2CwGUt8NEXT from Drug Store News, Pharmacies can close health care gaps for millions while realizing substantial savings for employers A new national study from the Health Action Alliance, commissioned by NACDS, shows pharmacy-based care reduces costs while meeting employee demands for convenient access. https://lnkd.in/eYmrQnHQNEXT from Open PR, New Research Peptide Supplier Plans Pharmacy Collaborations to Support Licensed Wellness Clinic Sector https://lnkd.in/evkgZtn5NEXT Study shows alarming drop in pharmacy access in Massachusetts --reporting from WWLP-22News from Boston https://lnkd.in/egWg6G3rIn this episode of This Week in Pharmacy, host Todd Eury welcomes featured guest Tiara Green, President of Accessia Health, whose mission is to connect patients without insurance to life-saving medication funding.LINK: https://lnkd.in/gV4VjeZn We also check in with Jesse McCullough for Day 24 of the 31-Day #Pharmacist Month Challenge, with a special call to action to support the 40+ shows and incredible hosts creating content for the pharmacy profession through the Pharmacy Podcast Network.LINK: https://lnkd.in/efvZ6Smv Plus, Mike Johnston, CPhT-Adv, CEO of the NPTA - National Pharmacy Technician Association (NPTA), joins us to share insights on Meaningful Recognition and what pharmacy technicians truly want as we celebrate World Pharmacy Technician Day.LINK: https://lnkd.in/gz-Gcxvg 🎧 Empowering the profession, one story at a time.Thank you to Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC) and Sykes & Company, P.A. for always supporting #TWIRx in the Works!!
 

Live from the FrameworkLTC Innovation Conference (Part 3) | FrameworkFocus™

In the final installment of our three-part series, host Todd Eury wraps up his live coverage from the 2025 FrameworkLTC Innovation Conference. Tune in for more engaging interviews with LTC pharmacy attendees, partner exhibitors, and SoftWriters team members as they reflect on the event’s biggest moments and discuss what’s ahead for the LTC pharmacy community.

The NASP Specialty Pharmacy Expo RECAP Show | Part Two

The Pharmacy Podcast Network is back on the show floor at the NASP Annual Expo, live in Denver, CO!Thank you Accessia for Sponsoring this episode!On part two of this series we interview:
Jennifer Noonan with Accessia Health
Nick Negri with ALTOR
Cecila Byers with Surescripts
Jill Paslier with Specia
Jon Hamrick with Curatio Advisors
Jonathan Orgurchak and Brandon Hardin
Steve Pharmacy Attorney
Tammy Dean with Cold Chain Technologies

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 readers can use the Digest as an advocacy tool in conversations with elected officials and policymakers. 

PRISM Enters the Chat & LTC Insurance in Pharmacy | TWIRx RxRated

PRISM Enters the Chat & LTC Insurance in Pharmacy | TWIRx RxRated Version 
 
📅 Release Date: October 17, 2025🎧 Produced by: Pharmacy Podcast Network
🧠 Segment 1: Innovation Spotlight – OvaryIT & the PRISM Platform
Guests:
Mary Kucek, CEO & Founder, OvaryIT
Devin Bustin, MD, Chief Medical Officer, OvaryIT
The future of pharmacy practice management has arrived. Mary Kucek and Dr. Devin Bustin introduce PRISM, the first fully integrated EHR system built exclusively for community pharmacists. PRISM streamlines clinical workflows, ensures compliance, and empowers pharmacists to expand services—from point-of-care testing and chronic disease management to vaccinations and remote patient monitoring. This segment unpacks how PRISM helps protect your license, improve patient outcomes, and grow your business with technology designed by pharmacists, for pharmacists.
💡 Segment 2: Financial Literacy & Long-Term Care Planning with Michael Banner
Guest:
Michael Banner, Founder & Host, 62WhoKnew Podcast
Michael Banner brings decades of expertise across the mortgage, financial, and LTC insurance industries to discuss how pharmacists and healthcare professionals can better educate aging populations about financial security and care planning. Learn why he built 62WhoKnew as the ultimate referral source for retirement preparation and hear insights on integrating long-term care insurance discussions into pharmacy-based clinical care models.
💰 Segment 3: The 8th Annual Pharmacy Profit Summit
Guest:
Lisa Faast, PharmD, CEO, DiversifyRx
Get ready for the Pharmacy Profit Summit 2025—happening March 26–27 in Dallas, TX. Dr. Lisa Faast shares what’s new for the 8th annual event, including innovative strategies to boost profitability, reduce overhead, and future-proof independent pharmacies. Hear what attendees can expect from this year’s sessions, networking, and vendor showcases that make the Summit a can’t-miss event for forward-thinking pharmacy owners.
💬 Segment 4: TWIRx RxRated Roundtable – Trust, Transparency, and Controversy in Healthcare
Hosts:
Robbie Abasi, PharmD
Sam Ilona, PharmD
Xavier Hill, PharmD, BCPS, BCGP
The RatedRx Podcast team joins TWIRx for an unfiltered discussion on trust in healthcare, media narratives, and the controversy shaping public perception of the profession. From patient misinformation to provider burnout, this roundtable doesn’t hold back—bringing authenticity and humor to the realities of modern pharmacy.
🔊 Episode Summary
This week on This Week in Pharmacy, innovation meets impact. From next-generation EHR technology with PRISM to retirement readiness and LTC awareness with Michael Banner, plus a spotlight on profit-driven growth with DiversifyRx’s Lisa Faast—this episode covers the clinical, business, and human sides of pharmacy. We wrap it all up with RatedRx, where pharmacists talk real about the issues shaping trust in healthcare today.