Medication Dispensing Blog | First Coast Health Solutions

Jun282023

Optimizing Patient Care: In-Office Dispensing for Preoperative and Postoperative Medications

UncategorizedBy superadmin June 28, 2023

In-office dispensing is a game-changing approach to medication management in surgical care. It involves providing patients with their necessary medications directly from the surgical practice, eliminating the reliance on traditional pharmacies. This streamlined process offers numerous benefits, including enhanced convenience and time-saving for both patients and healthcare providers. Join us as we explore the advantages…

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Jun12023

Why In-Office Dispensing Is The Future of Healthcare: Strengthening the Physician-Patient Relationship

UncategorizedBy superadmin June 1, 2023

The relationship between physicians and their patients is critical for successful healthcare outcomes. However, in today’s fast-paced healthcare industry, physicians face the growing challenge of maintaining a strong relationship with their patients. Thankfully, the rise of in-office dispensing offers physicians an opportunity to improve health outcomes and strengthen the trust between patients and their providers.…

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May292023

5 Benefits of Doctor-Patient Medication Education

UncategorizedBy superadmin May 29, 2023

Medication non-compliance or non-adherence is a major health problem for patients, healthcare providers, and the healthcare system. It is the act of not complying with one’s treatment plan—for example not taking the right dose, not filling prescriptions, or abandoning treatment altogether. According to studies, about 50% of patients do not adhere to their treatment plan…

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Apr292023

Medication Distribution and Medication Dispensing: What’s the Difference

UncategorizedBy superadmin April 29, 2023

Both the State and Federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is responsible for overseeing and managing drug disbursement in the country. They create laws to regulate the distribution and dispensing of all kinds of medications, whether they be over-the-counter, prescription, or controlled substances. Traditionally, they only allowed pharmacies and pharmacists to distribute and dispense medications…

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Mar292023

Start the New Year Right by Offering In-Office Dispensing

UncategorizedBy superadmin March 29, 2023

Many technological innovations (e.g. Telemedicine, robotic surgery) have improved various aspects of the healthcare system. And while medication dispensing isn’t new and doesn’t require a lot of technology to implement, having it as an offering can vastly improve the welfare of a provider’s patient-base. Read on below as we discuss the various benefits that you…

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Mar202023

New Mexico Physician Dispensing Regulations

UncategorizedBy superadmin March 20, 2023

If you are a physician working in New Mexico and are considering medication dispensing at your practice, you must adhere to state laws and regulations. The information included on this page is for reference only, so please refer to New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department or New Mexico Practitioner’s Manual for updated information. Registration for…

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Mar12023

Advantages of In-House Dispensing to Primary Care Medicine

UncategorizedBy superadmin March 1, 2023

Primary care refers to the provision of accessible and first-contact healthcare services to all types of patients一seniors, adults, and children. It focuses on the general welfare of patients by providing preventive care, wellness programs, and treatment for various diseases. It is usually provided for by a primary care physician who practices general medicine. Primary care…

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Dec302022

5 Benefits of In-Office Dispensing to Patients’ Health

UncategorizedBy superadmin December 30, 2022 Leave a comment

According to a 2017 study done by the CDC, between 20% to 31% of drug prescriptions are never filled, leading to worsened health conditions. As a result, almost 50% of patients do not continue their treatment plan, causing a drastic increase in healthcare costs to treat a more complex disease or issue that might have…

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Oct312022

Why Gastroenterology and Rheumatology Offices Need In-Office Physician Dispensing

UncategorizedBy superadmin October 31, 2022

Rheumatology and gastroenterology are complex specialties for chronic conditions. Treatments continue to evolve as new oral and injectable medications are introduced to treat patients effectively. Because there are so many treatment options, in-office medication dispensing may be an excellent option for physician offices. It offers a way to provide patients access to their medications and…

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Jun222022

Setting up Physician Dispensing? 5 Important Things You Must Know

Physician Dispensing SolutionsBy superadmin June 22, 2022 Leave a comment

Many doctors and clinics from a broad variety of practice specialities, such as urgent care, orthopedic, pain management, and occupational health clinics are setting up physician dispensing or in-office pharmaceutical services in order to prescribe and dispense patients’ medication at the time of their visit. Other practices are taking notice of this trend and considering…

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