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The Changing Landscape of Pharmacy Accessibility

Pharmacy Times

Finally, the researchers noted that the most rural areas were disproportionately reliant on keystone pharmacies, and independent pharmacies were more likely than chains to serve as keystones. These deserts reduce access to critical health care services, such as vaccinations, health screenings, and point-of-care testing.

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The Evolution of Patient Needs: How Independent Pharmacies Can Grow & Adapt

Digital Pharmacist

In this changing environment, independent pharmacies face increasing competition from retail, online, regional, and mail-order pharmacies. In numerous studies, retail pharmacies are continuously selected by patients because of their proximity to home and acceptance of their insurance.

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Pharmacists: Partners in Health

Ramblings of a pharmacist

In actuality, he would’ve paid $621, not $606, because Wellcare Value Script doesn’t allow independent pharmacies in their “preferred network” (preferred networks are about cost, not quality). That little bit of extra staff makes a big difference in the pharmacist’s ability to take the time to talk to you.