Pharmacists' Time Has Value.
We're asking CMS to recognize and reimburse pharmacists for the professional services they provide, not just the medication they dispense.
Pharmacists, pharmacy workers and the public can all sign. Takes about a minute.
Every prescription includes professional work
Rules require it on every fill. Payment often covers only the medication.
A safety review
Dose, allergies, duplicate therapy and drug interactions are checked before the medication is released.
Counseling
Pharmacists offer to explain how to take the medication safely and answer questions.
Legal responsibility
The pharmacist's license stands behind every prescription that leaves the counter.
When you buy glasses, you pay for the frames and the eye exam. With prescriptions, the exam is often unpaid.
Who can sign
Each group is counted separately, so lawmakers see who is affected and who supports the change.