News & Resources
Member spotlights, advocacy updates, industry news, and practical guides — all from the WSPC community.
DIR fees explained in plain language: what they are, where they came from, and how the 2024 rule change affected independent pharmacy reimbursement.
Medication synchronization pharmacy programs improve adherence and revenue by aligning refills to one monthly visit, backed by NCPA-documented results.
Cash pay pharmacy models are growing fast as generics trend toward penny-drug pricing. Here is how independent pharmacies can build one profitably.
Buying an independent pharmacy: how the process works, why purchasing beats starting from scratch, and the resources that make the transition easier.
PBM audit defense strategies for independent pharmacies: what triggers audits, what PBMs actually check, and how to respond when one arrives.
CPESN pharmacy explained: what the clinically integrated network is, how it pays independent pharmacies, and how to decide if joining makes sense.
Pharmacy policy 2026 update: what state drug pricing transparency laws and federal PBM scrutiny mean for independent pharmacy owners day to day.
Pharmacy workflow efficiency strategies for independent owners facing technician shortages: role design, staffing, and reducing burnout with a lean team.
A step-by-step breakdown of how group purchasing works, why it matters, and how WSPC's cooperative model differs from traditional GPOs.
How to enroll in the Community Pharmacy Enhanced Services Network, meet quality benchmarks, and capture performance-based payments.
Everything you need to start or expand your pharmacy immunization services — from vaccine sourcing and storage to billing and patient outreach.
WSPC recognizes outstanding members demonstrating excellence in patient care, operational innovation, and community impact at the 2025 annual awards.
A WSPC member shares the journey from pharmacy technician to independent owner — and how cooperative support made the transition possible.
WSPC showcased independent pharmacy concerns during an FTC visit to Salt Lake City, giving members a direct voice in federal policy discussions.
The story of Cole Schmidtknecht and the legislative push for medication access reform — a look at how independent pharmacies are driving advocacy at the state level.
A call to action for independent pharmacies to champion medication affordability, featuring the story of a 22-year-old patient and what pharmacists can do.
How this three-year-old Orange County pharmacy is proving that entrepreneurship, determination, and community focus still define independent pharmacy.
WSPC member Korey Kreider of Medicine Man Prairie Pharmacy was recognized at the 2024 NCPA Annual Convention for outstanding pharmacy ownership.
L&S Pharmacy owner Tripp Logan received the prestigious Willard B. Simmons Independent Pharmacist of the Year award at the NCPA convention.
Jazel Jane M. Bautista of Acts Pharmacy in Tacoma received Washington State's immunization champion recognition for exceptional clinical service.
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