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December 14, 2010
In landmark victory for retail pharmacy, feds agree to drop last AMP provisions

In a clear victory for retail pharmacy, the National Association of Chain Drug Stores and the National Community Pharmacists Association have agreed with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services on a motion to dismiss the Medicaid average manufacturer price lawsuit.

December 10, 2010
NACDS offers FSA resources to members

The National Association of Chain Drug Stores on Friday released a ready-made pamphlet and sign for its retail members to use in communicating upcoming flexible spending account changes as they relate to over-the-counter medicines.

December 7, 2010
NACDS urges simple, single med document for patients

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — Simplify, simplify.


December 7, 2010
Q&A: Shift in power, 
but not strategy — Steve Anderson, NACDS

The results of the 2010 mid-term elections were dramatic, putting the Republican party firmly in control of the House of Representatives. And the GOP’s “Pledge to America” promises big spending and tax cuts, as well as a repeal of the health-reform law, in direct opposition to the goals of the Obama administration and most Democrats. To gauge the election results and what they mean for pharmacy retailing, Drug Store News interviewed Steve Anderson, president and CEO of the National Association of Chain Drug Stores.

December 3, 2010
Gallup survey reaffirms pharmacists’ high standing

Community pharmacists still are among the nation’s most trusted professionals. That’s the finding from Gallup’s newly released "Honesty and Ethics" survey.

December 1, 2010
Annual NACDS Foundation dinner raises $1.76 million

The charitable arm of the National Association of Chain Drug Stores held its 12th annual dinner in New York on Tuesday, which generated $1.76 million for research, charitable efforts and scholarships.

November 22, 2010
NACDS promotes pharmacy’s contribution as NCQA mulls health quality standards

ALEXANDRIA, Va. In another bid to boost the standing of pharmacists in a changing healthcare system, the National Association of Chain Drug Stores urged a leading healthcare think-tank and advocacy group to adopt health quality standards that include a broader role for retail pharmacy professionals.

November 17, 2010
Coalition urges Congress to repeal pending FSA change, calls policy 'unwarranted'

A coalition of six associations, including the Consumer Healthcare Products Association and the National Association...

November 14, 2010
In victory for retail pharmacy, military levels TRICARE prescription purchasing field

In a ruling hailed by retail pharmacy leaders, the Department of Defense now is insisting...

November 14, 2010
JAMA: Pharmacists key to patient-centric model

The drumbeat in support of an expanded universally recognized role for pharmacists in helping patients...

November 14, 2010
New Rx FSA rule deemed operationally impossible by industry thought leaders

A panel of healthcare thought leaders has concluded that a recent IRS rule change going...

November 11, 2010
Crisis averted: NACDS, NCPA get their wish

Retail pharmacies scored a big victory in the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services rule,...

November 11, 2010
NACDS, NCPA claim pharmacy victory after withdrawal of Medicaid program provisions

The National Association of Chain Drug Stores and the National Community Pharmacists Association heralded the...

November 9, 2010
AMCC, Walgreens drive awareness around expired medicines in the home

Walgreens on Wednesday released a survey that found 2-in-5 American households have at least one...

November 9, 2010
NACDS raising alarm over budget cuts as Washington state attacks health costs

Budget cuts in Washington state to its Medicaid programs have created a “perilous situation” for...

November 4, 2010
NACDS brushes up new members of Congress on importance of community pharmacy to U.S. health care

In a clear message to the newly elected lawmakers that pharmacies can be utilized even...

November 1, 2010
NACDS weighs in on FDA priorities, urging simpler med info for patients

The National Association of Chain Drug Stores is urging federal health officials to adopt a...

October 28, 2010
In letter, NACDS thanks senator for supporting Tricare

A group representing the drug retailing industry commended a senator's support of the military healthcare...

October 26, 2010
NACDS Foundation supports NCL's medication adherence awareness campaign

The charitable arm of the National Association of Chain Drug Stores announced its $1 million...

October 24, 2010
Frank Maione: An appreciation

An industry titan soon will exit the stage. But those who have known Frank Maione...

October 21, 2010
NACDS encourages members to use RollStream's CEN to assure CPSIA compliance

A group representing the nation's chain pharmacies alerted retailers and manufacturers Thursday about a new...

October 20, 2010
NACDS addresses medication adherence at Senate Health Fair

The National Association of Chain Drug Stores emphasized the importance of pharmacy-patient interaction at this...

October 18, 2010
Affirming freedom of choice for retail Rx, military seeks full drug maker discounts

It’s a ruling that could bolster the retail pharmacy industry’s long campaign to extend full...

October 18, 2010
NACDS to IRS: Delay health debit card changes

The National Association of Chain Drug Stores on Tuesday released a letter addressed to the...

October 13, 2010
Enactment of new drug-disposal law a victory for pharmacy, NACDS says

Enactment by the White House of a landmark, pharmacy-friendly drug-disposal bill won quick praise from...

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