LTC Industry News2016 Prior Authorization
All health plans are now requiring PRESCRIBER to process prior-authorizations. Pharmacists can no-longer submit the PA>
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ClinicalMultistate Outbreak of Burkholderia cepacia Infections
STOP using liquid docusate
Read Full ArticleClinicalProduct Recall - Abbott ORAL NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS
Abbott has initiated a recall of the lots below of non-retail, 8oz. metal can products because some cans may have a different color, smell, taste or texture - inconsistent with other lots of Abbott nutritionals
Read Full ArticleLTC Industry NewsGuardian Announces New Partnership with Ron’s Pharmacy Services
Ron’s Pharmacy Services, located in San Diego, CA, has joined the Guardian family.
Read Full ArticleClinicalNew Label FDA Recommendations For Metformin
FDA is requiring labeling changes regarding the recommendations for metformin-containing medicines for diabetes to expand metformin’s use in certain patients with reduced kidney function.
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Pharmacy NewsNew 2016 Prior Authorization Requirements
Insurances are now starting to require Prescribers to submit PAs. This is not good news for your custodial non-covered residents.
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About SCRxMatrixCare Integration
SCRx is now directly integrated with MatrixCare Electronic Health Record
Read Full ArticlePharmacy NewsXifaxan Price Increase
Xifaxan has increased their price significantly. Please limit usage whenever possible
Read Full ArticleClinicalFlu Outbreak?
We have many flu cases showing up in San Diego and some facilities were considered as outbreak.
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