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NH Pharmacies: Have you claimed your Visa/Mastercard Settlement Amount?

With the support of the National Alliance of State Pharmacy Associations (NASPA) and DCAP Claims, NH Pharmacies may be eligible to receive a portion of the 2024 Visa/Mastercard settlement for excessive credit card fees.

If your pharmacy accepted Visa or Mastercard credit card payments between 1/1/2004 and 1/25/2019, consider leveraging DCAP and NASPA to obtain your portion of the settlement, if eligible.

A Notice from OPLC Licensing regarding pharmacy permit renewal applications:

In 2023 NH RSA 318:38 has been repealed, a statute that references the Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) role. The administrative rules related to this are in the process of being updated, including the verbiage found in the pharmacy permit renewal application. When filling out an application for a pharmacy permit renewal, OPLC requests that whoever is to be the main point of contact regarding all things licensing be on file. If this is your current PIC or you have a specific person at the company that handles licensing concerns, then all we require is an email or letter with the facility information including NH license number and requesting us to update the contact information on file. Also to note most communication from us is through email. If you think the current email on file needs to be updated let us know. We usually recommend for facilities to keep a general email on file that is checked frequently in the case of personnel changes. All important information regarding licensing including renewal notices and copies of licenses is sent via email. We can only keep one email on file at a time. "

Important Statement from RADM Kelly Batisse: Addressing Misinformation on Pharmacist Training and Scope

Rear Admiral (RADM) Kelly Batisse, chief pharmacist of the U.S. Public Health Service, has released a statement in response to the American Medical Association's (AMA) false claims regarding pharmacist training and scope of practice. RADM Batisse highlights the critical role pharmacists play in patient care and clarifies the extensive education and training that supports pharmacists in delivering safe and effective care across the healthcare system. Understanding these discussions is crucial, especially as they relate to addressing health disparities and ensuring equitable access to care for patients across the country.

You can read the full statement and download the official press release here.

PBM Reform Update

NHPA was represented on a joint letter to the House Oversight and Accountability Committee ahead of their July 23, 2024 PBM hearing with the big three pharmacy benefit managers (“PBMs”). The pharmacy associations thanked committee leaders for their commitment to examining the PBMs’ impact on prescription drug costs and the pharmacy business model. The associations also strongly urged Congress to pass PBM reform legislation. A recording of the hearing is available online.

Pharmacist Spotlight

Each month NHPA will be highlighting a deserving pharmacist, pharmacy technician or pharmacy student in New Hampshire.

If you know of an exceptional member of the New Hampshire Pharmacy community that should be included in the monthly spotlight, please fill out the form below. Self-nominations are also recommended. This spotlight will be shared on the NHPA social media accounts, email and website. If chosen, an NHPA representative will reach out to you for a headshot and with a timeline for publication.

Nominate Someone Here!