In this episode of the NASP Podcast, Sheila Arquette, President & CEO of NASP, speaks with Jeffrey S. Baird, Esq., Chairman of the Health Care Group at Brown & Fortunato, P.C. and Bradley W. Howard, shareholder and director at Brown & Fortunato, P.C. In today’s environment, it is challenging enough to profitably run a specialty pharmacy. The pharmacy needs to avoid the additional challenge of inquiries, audits and investigations by governmental agencies and PBMs. This podcast will discuss the proactive steps the specialty pharmacy can take to lower the risk of inquiries, audits and investigations. This podcast will also set out steps the pharmacy can take to resolve inquiries, audits and investigations before they spin out of control. The podcast will focus on the following: • Corporate Compliance Program – The specialty pharmacy needs to implement a robust compliance program that is specific to the pharmacy’s business model. Such a program will head off many problems before they arise…and a compliance program will resolve problems, once arisen, before they spin out of control. • PBMs – A PBM is in a stronger negotiating position than that of the specialty pharmacy. At the end of the day, the PBM “possesses the pharmacy’s money.” This podcast will discuss the steps the pharmacy should take to establish a “win-win” relationship with a PBM. Doing so will eliminate uncertainty and prevent many problems from arising. However, if the PBM ends up bringing an inquiry, audit or investigation against the pharmacy, the podcast will set out the steps the pharmacy should take to resolve the inquiry, audit or investigation without it devolving into an adversarial action. • Governmental Agencies – There are a number of federal and state governmental agencies that a specialty pharmacy may have to deal with. These include (i) the Department of Justice, (ii) the Office of Inspector General, (iii) the DEA, (iv) the FDA, (v) state Attorneys General, and (vi) State Boards of Pharmacy. This podcast will discuss the steps the pharmacy should take when it is investigated by a governmental agency. As with working with PBMs, the pharmacy should strive to resolve a government investigation before it spins out of control.

HealthPartners is joining forces with Perfecting Peds to bring life-changing medication management to Minnesota's sickest children. Many of these young patients, covered by Medicaid and the Health Exchange, manage complex medication regimens across multiple specialists. This partnership ensures they get the safest, most effective treatments-without the guesswork. By embedding specialized pediatric pharmacists directly into the care journey, HealthPartners and Perfecting Peds are bridging critical gaps between prescribing and outcomes—ensuring that every medication serves its intended purpose safely and effectively. This model of proactive, pharmacist-led intervention not only improves clinical outcomes, but also eases the emotional and logistical burdens on families. It empowers caregivers with clarity and support, transforming uncertainty into confidence. As other health systems look to elevate care for high-risk pediatric populations, this partnership serves as a blueprint for scalable, sustainable, and compassionate innovation in pharmacy-driven care. This is just the beginning. Co-Hosts: Jena Quinn, PharmD, BCPPS CEO and Founder Perfecting Peds Lyle Mioduszewski President Perfecting Peds Guests: Dr. Sarah Groen PharmD Clinical Pharmacist in Medication Therapy Management at HealthPartners

Want to lead with impact, be guided by faith and find true career fulfillment? In this episode, I sit down with Scott Stewart, a pharmacist, Vice President of Clinical Services at PharmCareUSA, and motivational speaker, to explore how initiative, leadership, and faith have shaped his career in long-term care pharmacy. We cover: • What long-term care pharmacists do and how they improve patient outcomes • How to build stronger relationships with doctors and healthcare teams • Why initiative—not chance—creates career opportunities • The power of faith and self-reflection in navigating setbacks • How pharmacists can go beyond dispensing to create lasting impact • Finding fulfillment by pursuing side gigs and creative passions If you’re looking for real talk, career inspiration, and practical insights on excelling in pharmacy and beyond, this episode is for you! Resources: Watch the interview on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/gobdtXzwabU Connect with Scott on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottstewartpharmd/ About me: 👉 Visit www.apma.website to learn how I teach pharmacists the role of genetic variations in medication response inside the Australasian Precision Medicine Academy. 👉 Visit www.katrinaazer.com to find out more about my services. Follow me on social media: ➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrina-azer/ ➡️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/katrina.azer/ The PharmXcel Podcast is a show for pharmacists who want to connect with their career purpose and learn how to build a fulfilling career by addressing the opportunities and challenges that make us pharmacists—Pharmacists who signed up for pharmacy to help transform patient lives! Thanks for listening in—it means the world to me! Here is how you can support my mission: Give it a 5-star rating wherever you’re listening to it Share this with other Pharmacists who would enjoy it Subscribe to get notified of new episodes And please reach out if you have any questions or comments! Your feedback will help me bring you valuable content

Kelly Bailey, Vice President of GRX Marketing, is joined by Al Branca, President of AXE Rx, on this episode of Marketing Vitals to discuss AXE Rx’s unique profit opportunity for pharmacy owners. With their innovative technology platforms, tools and marketplaces, AXE Rx supports and develops pharmacy savings programs with a goal of bringing transparent prescription medication pricing.

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• PBMs are under increased legal and political scrutiny across multiple states
• Independent pharmacies are gaining new allies in their fight for survival
• Legislative momentum is growing—this could be a tipping point
• Patients, too, are paying the price for PBM overreach
• Pharmacists must stay informed and involved in local/state policy

Welcome to Part Three of our special APhA Spotlight Post Show series — where we bring you voices from across the pharmacy spectrum who are innovating, advocating, and pushing the profession forward.

This episode features a powerhouse lineup of thought leaders, entrepreneurs, executives, and global pharmacy champions.

Featured Guests:

• Dr. Marci Strauss, PharmD

• Alex Berg, Rx2Go, PharmaStaff

• Kelli Stovall, RPh, MBA, IPC

• Lari Harding, SVP, Industry Affairs & Strategic Partnerships, INMAR

• James Hunsinger & Stephanie Delman, Boehringer Ingelheim

• Brandon Welch, PharmD

• Catherine Duggan, FIP

• Marsha Millonig

• Dr. Blair Thielemier, PharmD

💬 These conversations dive into global pharmacy leadership, digital health, independent pharmacy strategy, and the entrepreneurial spirit driving new models of care.

🎧 Tune in now to catch part three of this can't-miss post-show series from APhA!

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