CVS, Walmart Cut Hours in Midst of Labor Shortage

CVS and Walmart are the most recent large chains to reduce operating hours in response to a nationwide pharmacist shortage. Beginning in March, CVS will

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DIR Rule Changes in 2024: What’s Coming and How to Avoid a Cash Flow Crunch

Next year, there will be significant changes to how DIR fees are collected. CMS will remove retroactive application of DIR fees beginning Jan. 1, 2024.…

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50 “Most Influential” for 2022 Announced

Last month, we asked you to vote for the 2nd annual “50 Most Influential Leaders in Pharmacy” awards, designed by the Pharmacy Podcast Network (PPN) to…

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Profits Beyond Prescriptions: a Panel Discussion

Independent pharmacies have faced decreasing profits due to declining reimbursements and ever-increasing overhead costs.

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Don’t Neglect Your (Profitable) Front End

Not so long ago, independent pharmacy owners spent a lot more time on strategies and tactics to boost front-end sales. In-store retail items were…

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Vote for “Top 50” Pharmacy Influencers

The Pharmacy Podcast Network (PPN) recently announced that voting is now open for the 2022 “50 Most Influential Leaders in Pharmacy Awards and Recognition…

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Hospitals Need Automation, Too (or: Lessons Learned from ASHP)

Devotees of this blog know that we primarily focus on independent pharmacy owners, because they make up the lion’s share of business here at RxSafe. But…

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End of Year Tax Planning, Section 179 and More Webinar Recap

IRS Section 179 is especially appealing for small businesses such as independent pharmacies, as it allows pharmacy owners to deduct the full purchase…

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Can My Pharmacy Afford Automation?

If you're looking to differentiate your pharmacy from the competition and grow your business in 2023, you have probably heard about all the doors that…

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Act Now Before Sec. 179 Changes in ‘23

Savvy pharmacy owners know that Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Section 179 can save them from writing a huge check to Uncle Sam next year, if they invest…

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