How Buprenorphine Access Will Affect Pharmacists
Buprenorphine Legislation: From the X Waiver to the MAT Act The Drug Addiction Treatment Act of 2000 waiver, also known as the DEA X-waiver, allowed clinicians to prescribe buprenorphine, a controlled substance medication, to treat opioid dependency. Established in 2000, the law required physicians to undergo specific training and register with Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) […]
Read More ›Supporting Mental Health and Well-Being for Pharmacists and Pharmacy Staff
Over the past several years, the pharmacy profession has seen concerning rates of burnout in this era’s so-called “Great Resignation.” Pharmacists and pharmacy technicians have raised concerns over a lack of work-life balance, long hours, and understaffing because these issues have led to unsafe work conditions and, ultimately, pose a threat to patient safety. Along […]
Read More ›Rise of Digital Pharmacy: How Emerging Technologies Are Changing the Practice
Change has been a near-constant companion to pharmacists and pharmacy regulators over the last decade, with many of those changes accelerated by the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic. As pharmacist duties and responsibilities have increased, many have experienced greater demand for their services. The resulting strain has made well-being and burnout one of the most concerning […]
Read More ›Promoting Pharmacist Well-Being and Patient Safety with Just Culture Approach
In high-stakes environments such as pharmacies, where dangerous or even deadly medication errors can occur, the need for a culture of safety has become increasingly apparent. At the same time, burnout and working conditions are causing many pharmacists and technicians to leave the profession at an alarming rate, contributing to a shortage of qualified pharmacy […]
Read More ›CPE Monitor Streamlines Louisiana Renewals
The Louisiana Board of Pharmacy now uses our CPE Monitor service to automatically audit pharmacists’ continuing education records during the license renewal process – and starting in May, the Board will use it for pharmacy technicians’ records as well. Since the program began in 2011, our strong relationship with the boards of pharmacy has enabled […]
Read More ›Ensuring Compliance, Catching Fraud: A Regular Day on the Job for Kansas Board Inspector
Inspectors and investigators are the eyes and ears for boards of pharmacy, ensuring compliance with pharmacy law and practice standards. In this feature, inspectors reveal what they’ve learned in the field. James E. Kinderknecht, RPh Pharmacy Inspector, Kansas State Board of Pharmacy How long have you been serving as an inspector for the Board? What […]
Read More ›No Need to ‘Check Your List Twice’ with CPE Monitor’s Enhanced Features
For many pharmacists this month, “making a list and checking it twice” applies to more than just holiday gifts. Licenses are set to renew by December 31 in 17 states, meaning many pharmacists are also keeping lists of continuing pharmacy education (CPE) requirements. NABP’s CPE Monitor service can help, and the Plus plan is especially […]
Read More ›Why Pharmacy Law Knowledge is Essential to Patient Safety
Of the examinations that NABP offers to gauge candidates’ readiness for pharmacy practice, the MPJE is the only one that assesses knowledge of state and federal laws and the ability to apply that knowledge in practice. We’ve heard of a misperception that a number of states are considering eliminating or have eliminated jurisprudence examinations for […]
Read More ›Get the Best of NABP In Your Pocket with Improved Mobile App
Some things just get better with time. Wine and cheese. Shoes after they’ve been broken in. The same holds true for the latest version of our mobile app. We just launched an expanded version with more free features and a simpler top-level navigation. Check out a few highlights below, then head to the App Store […]
Read More ›Five Ways to Get CPE and One Great Tracking Service
It’s happened to the best of us. You’re relaxing at home after a long day at the pharmacy, and it hits you — your license renewal is coming up. A slight panic sets in. Did you save all the activity confirmations? How are you supposed to cram in that many CE credits before the deadline […]
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