Jun 9, 2020Committing to Look in the Mirror, and Walk in the LightA Statement on Racism in Our Nation — By: Steven C. Anderson, President and CEO, National Association of Chain Drug Stores On May 25, George Floyd’s breath was taken from him tragically and senselessly. Many Americans feel that their breath was taken along with his. …George Floyd5 min read
Feb 26, 2020A Way to Reduce Out-of-Pocket Drug Costs: What Will You Do?By: Steven C. Anderson, IOM, CAE, President and CEO, National Association of Chain Drug Stores This article was published first by Morning Consult on February 26, 2020 A simple truth is emerging about the complex topic known as pharmacy direct and indirect remuneration fees: They are as damaging to patients…Pharmacy3 min read
Feb 7, 2020Pharmacy Value in Harvard Business Review ArticleBy: Steven C. Anderson, IOM, CAE, President and CEO, National Association of Chain Drug Stores The 300,000+ influential readers of Harvard Business Review are seeing pharmacists positioned as part of the solution to high-quality and affordable healthcare. An article in the January-February 2020 edition, “Managing the Most Expensive Patients: A…Pharmacist2 min read
Jan 31, 2020Coronavirus and the Obstacles Facing Pharmacies and PatientsBy: Steven C. Anderson, IOM, CAE, President and CEO, National Association of Chain Drug Stores Reductions in pharmacy access, particularly for the underserved, would prove devastating for health and wellness. Reduced access also would decimate our nation’s emergency response capabilities. NACDS and member companies fielded media inquiries this week about…Coronavirus2 min read
Nov 14, 2019To Prescribers: “Corresponding Responsibility” is about Taking Care of Our Patients and Communities — TogetherBy: Steven C. Anderson, IOM, CAE, President and CEO, National Association of Chain Drug Stores Instinctively, doctors and pharmacists recognize that opioid addiction, abuse and diversion are extremely complex issues that require collaboration among all stakeholders. …Healthcare3 min read
Aug 24, 2019Simply Stated, We’re Here for You, Helping to Prevent Opioid AbuseBy: Steven C. Anderson, IOM, CAE, President and CEO, National Association of Chain Drug Stores I want to invite you to view the National Association of Chain Drug Stores’ 30-second message on one of the vitally important commitments made by pharmacies and pharmacists. …Drugs3 min read
Jun 20, 2019DIR Fees Create “Surprise Bills” at Pharmacy CounterBy: Steven C. Anderson, IOM, CAE, President and CEO, National Association of Chain Drug Stores Addressing surprise medical bills has emerged as a focal point of healthcare discussions on Capitol Hill. That is with good reason, as such bills can devastate patients and their families. …Prescription Drugs2 min read
May 30, 2019NACDS Recommends Additional Policies for Opioid Abuse PreventionBy: Steven C. Anderson, IOM, CAE, President and CEO, National Association of Chain Drug Stores As part of NACDS’ Campaign to Advance Public Policy for Opioid-Abuse Prevention and Pharmacy’s Role as Part of the Solution, NACDS has developed four additional policy recommendations. The new recommendations include: · Additional prescription drug…Opioids2 min read
May 10, 2019Texas needs this opioid-abuse-prevention bill nowBy Ken Breda Director of Pharmacy, Brookshire Brothers President, Texas Federation of Drug Stores Every day, pharmacists serve patients suffering tragically with chronic pain. They also see first-hand the ravages of addiction, including dependence on legitimate opioids and on similar drugs that are made and sold illegally. With experience on…Opioids3 min read
May 6, 2019For American patients to be put first, DIR fee relief is essentialBy: Steven C. Anderson, IOM, CAE, President and CEO, National Association of Chain Drug Stores We may be just days from learning whether a pending Medicare rule will provide relief from pharmacy direct and indirect remuneration (DIR) fees, and thus live up to the vision of “American Patients First: The…Healthcare3 min read
