How does cost affect access to healthcare?

Federal/state grants are not the only gateways to funding. There are close to 750 “community foundations” nationwide which are public charities dedicated to improving the lives of people in a defined local geographic area.

An opportunity for charitable pharmacies to collaborate with oncology practices for non-oncology medications during and after treatment.

Charitable Pharmacies of America organization member receives Health Equity grant

This study represents a rigorous, multi-state evaluation that highlights the impact of a charitable medication access program on hospital utilization for the medically under-served population.

Significant improvement in glycemic control among participants demonstrates the substantial impact that pharmacies partnered with charitable medication distributors such as the Dispensary of Hope can have on individuals with insulin-treated T2D

Around one fourth of the United States population does not have adequate health literacy.
Health literacy is defined as the ability to obtain, read, understand, and apply healthcare
information

St. Vincent de Paul Charitable Pharmacy offers article regarding impact of a charitable pharmacy on their community and patients

Just as banks have helped seniors bridge the digital divide and leverage online banking to better manage their money, healthcare organizations need to help older adults leverage digital technology to better manage their health.

The five most recent states to expand the scope of reimbursement for pharmacists are Maryland, Missouri, North Dakota, Virginia and Wyoming

Recent federal legislative and regulatory updates in managed care pharmacy have prioritized topics ranging from expedited access to novel therapeutics to the health disparities and equity concerns affecting patient populations nationwide, but progress on these developments will depend on the impact of the midterm elections

The Outcomes of Implementing and Integrating Comprehensive Medication Management in Team-Based Care: A Review of the Evidence on Quality, Access and Costs, December 2023

Healthy People 2030 Leveraging Healthy People to Advance Health Equity Health equity is the attainment of the highest level of health for all people. “Eliminate health disparities, achieve health equity, and attain health literacy to improve the health and well-being of all.”

In 2011, the opioid crisis reached astounding levels with over 21,000 deaths adding to the urgency of providing aid to those who most need it

Starting Sept. 25, Americans can again order free COVID-19 tests through the federal government.

There are multiple factors that will impact an individual patient’s choice on how to go about getting their prescription medication. It can be overwhelming to navigate this complex issue.