AJPB November 2020

Throughout the pandemic, pharmacists have played a critical role in the COVID-19 response in several ways

For many years, employers, payers, and pharmacy benefit managers have been developing benefit designs to incentivize patients and providers to make cost-effective treatment decisions.

A kickback can arise if a pharmacy pays commissions to a 1099 independent contractor marketing representative who generates patients for the pharmacy who are covered by a federal health care program.

Financial distress and disruptions to work and social activities were significantly associated with depression and anxiety, as well as generally diminished psychological wellbeing.