In this episode of Pharmacy Focus: Policy Edition, we delve into the intricacies of provider status for pharmacists, including challenges that have hindered pharmacists from attaining this recognition, the recent legislative strides, and the far-reaching implications for the field. Our guest, Ron Lanton III, Esq from Lanton Law, lends his expertise to shed light on the financial impacts and effective advocacy strategies.
Key Topics
- Unpacking the concept of provider status for pharmacists and its significance
- Recent legislative advancements that have propelled the provider status movement forward
- Implications of achieving provider status: expanded clinical roles, reimbursement opportunities, and patient care improvements
- Financial considerations for pharmacists and the broader healthcare landscape
- Strategies for effective advocacy to accelerate provider status adoption