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New NACDS Report Tells Story of Pharmacies’ Continued and Pivotal Role in Serving Patients During Health Emergencies and Every Day The third in a series of reports shows how valuable experiences and lessons learned during the COVID pandemic response can help inform policy decisions and future pandemic planning and preparedness
The third in a series of reports shows how valuable experiences and lessons learned during the COVID pandemic response can help inform policy decisions and future pandemic planning and preparedness.
December 1, 2021

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NACDS Praises Provision in New North Carolina Budget That Helps Maintain Patient Access to Pharmacist-Provided Preventive Care Services
NACDS is applauding a provision in North Carolina’s budget - Senate Bill (SB) 105 - that critically strengthens pharmacies’ ability to meet the health and wellness needs of patients in every corner of the state and to maintain the viability of their businesses.
November 23, 2021

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NACDS Consumer Tip: COVID Vaccines Save Lives, Vaccination Appointments Can Save Time
NACDS has a message that can make your COVID-19 pharmacy vaccination experience simple and smooth: check pharmacy policies – especially about appointments.
November 22, 2021

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NACDS Thanks House Committee for Advancing INFORM Consumers Act Legislation would help protect consumers, retailers from organized retail crime
NACDS is hailing an important milestone for the INFORM Consumers Act (H.R. 5502) – passage by the U.S. House of Representatives Energy and Commerce Committee.
November 18, 2021

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NACDS Applauds Eighth Circuit Decision Upholding North Dakota Law Regulating PBMs Court reinforces and strengthens landmark U.S. Supreme Court ruling in pivotal Rutledge case
NACDS is hailing a decision by the Eighth Circuit of the U.S. Court of Appeals yesterday which upholds a North Dakota law prioritizing the health and safety of patients by promoting the economic viability of local pharmacies.
November 18, 2021

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New NACDS Report Demonstrates How Leveraging the Expertise and Accessibility of Pharmacists Will Help Support Broader Healthcare Transformation to Advance Quality and Value Calls on the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation to integrate pharmacies and pharmacists into value-based programs and alternative payment models to accelerate mission toward better outcomes and lower costs
Calls on the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation to integrate pharmacies and pharmacists into value-based programs and alternative payment models to accelerate mission toward better outcomes and lower costs.
November 18, 2021

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NACDS Foundation Collaborates with UNC Chapel Hill Researchers to Advance Innovative Care Models for Patients at Community Pharmacies
The United States healthcare system continues a shift to value-based care with a focus on better care for patients, better health for communities, and lower costs.
November 16, 2021

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An “Obvious Miss” for Seniors’ Drug Savings: NACDS Hits Lack of Pharmacy DIR Fee Reform in Current Budget Reconciliation Bill
NACDS today said that omitting pharmacy direct and indirect remuneration (DIR) fee reforms from the Build Back Better Act budget reconciliation bill will deprive Medicare beneficiaries of between $7.1 and $9.2 billion over 10 years in reduced cost-sharing for prescription drugs, according to Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) estimates.
November 10, 2021

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In Case You Missed It: Pharmacies’ Critical Role in COVID Vaccination Effort Front and Center During CNBC ‘Squawk Box’ Interview with Former White House Policy Director, Dr. Kavita Patel
On Monday, Dr. Kavita Patel, former White House policy director and fellow at the Brookings Institution, joined Becky Quick and Andrew Ross Sorkin of CNBC’s ‘Squawk Box’ to discuss pediatric COVID vaccines.
November 2, 2021

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NACDS’ Dave Fitzsimmons Recognized as Association TRENDS 2021 Association CFO of the Year
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) is applauding Dave Fitzsimmons, senior vice president of finance and administration at NACDS, for his recognition as the Association TRENDS 2021 Association CFO of the year.
October 29, 2021

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NACDS represents traditional drug stores, supermarkets and mass merchants with pharmacies. Chains operate over 40,000 pharmacies, and NACDS’ member companies include regional chains, with a minimum of four stores, and national companies. Chains employ nearly 3 million individuals, including 155,000 pharmacists. They fill over 3 billion prescriptions yearly, and help patients use medicines correctly and safely, while offering innovative services that improve patient health and healthcare affordability. NACDS members also include more than 900 supplier partners and over 70 international members representing 21 countries.

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