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Fight4Rx is a non-partisan grassroots effort of the National Community Pharmacists Association aimed at educating patients about the value of their local community pharmacy.
Pharmacists play a role everyday in the lives of patients by improving health care while reducing costs. With health care issues taking center stage in Washington, DC, it is vital that patients remain engaged in protecting their access to safe and affordable medicine. Fight4Rx provides you with the tools you need to learn about the changing health care market, and how your community pharmacy plays a key role.
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Issue Spotlight
Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs)
Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) are third party administrators that primarily process and pay prescription drug claims. PBMs operate in relative secrecy, while consumers and the Federal government have little information on whether PBMs actually reduce drug costs, or pass along rebates and discounts. Click here to learn more.
Health Reform Questions?
The non-partisan Kaiser Family Foundation created a great document here to explain the details of the health reform legislation. Kiplinger's Personal Finance also provided an insightful article: The Health-Care Law: Answers To Frequently Asked Questions.
Too Many Pills?
Pharmacist Dr. Jeffrey Shinoda, Pharm D highlights wasted medications in this video. Talk with your pharmacist if you have excess medications, ensure you are taking medication as directed.
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Share Your Views on Pharmacy
Pharmacists play a vital role in patient’s lives every day. We want to hear your stories about the impact your local pharmacy has had on your health and your community.
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News
- Medicare
The latest Medicare news and Medicaid news articles published daily.
- Drug Recalls and Updates
Information and news about recalls, warnings, and alerts on drugs and medical devices.
- Health Care Reform
Includes news on changes to legislation affecting health care, co-payments, reimbursements, and more.
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