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COVID & Oncology – The Effects on Health System Specialty Pharmacies 1024 791 Shields Health Solutions

COVID & Oncology – The Effects on Health System Specialty Pharmacies

This blog was written by Excelera, a Shields company. Two months ago, our blog discussed the potential impacts and areas of concern for health system specialty pharmacies and COVID. However,…

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COVID — Potential Impact on PBMS and Payers

Most Americans seem to be moving on from initial COVID-19 panic, and we are seeing states follow suit by systematically putting plans in place to open back up. This post-pandemic…

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COVID – Potential Impact on Health System Specialty Pharmacies

COVID-19 has altered life as we know it, including health care, across the United States. Impacts are likely to be seen in pharmacy across various business units, due to changes…

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Working for healthcare at a social distance

Every Excelera member is on the front line in the fight against the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Our members are proactively addressing challenges as they relate to COVID by regularly sharing…

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Developing and Launching a New Home Infusion Program
With its ambulatory infusion centers at capacity and payers pressing for alternate sites of care, OHSU engaged with Excelera Home Infusion Solutions to help launch a home infusion pharmacy. Patients and providers are very satisfied, and growth has been robust.
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Building the Business Case for In-house Specialty Pharmacy
To support the capital expenditure request for building a specialty pharmacy, Excelera was engaged to develop a pro forma based on Loma Linda-specific data. Subsequently, Excelera provided expertise in building out the space and successfully implementing the specialty pharmacy program.
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Hospitals adapt real estate to fit new normal after COVID-19
Health systems are reassessing their real estate portfolios as they prepare for a post-COVID-19 environment that will likely feature more home-based care and remote working arrangements.
Health Systems Working Together Strengthen Their In-House Specialty Pharmacy Capabilities and Optimize Patient Care 204 115 Shields Health Solutions

Health Systems Working Together Strengthen Their In-House Specialty Pharmacy Capabilities and Optimize Patient Care

This white paper provides background on the specialty pharmacy market, describes the role of health systems in specialty pharmacy care, acknowledges the challenges they face, and outlines the benefits of…

How Health Systems Can Optimize Revenue Streams and Improve the Patient Experience by Providing Home Infusion Pharmacy Services 204 115 Shields Health Solutions

How Health Systems Can Optimize Revenue Streams and Improve the Patient Experience by Providing Home Infusion Pharmacy Services
This white paper describes the home infusion opportunity, outlines factors to consider in deciding whether to launch a home infusion program, and recommends resources. A case study describing an Excelera Home Infusion Solutions engagement is included. • Home infusion is a growing category. • Many health systems find that home infusion aligns with clinical and financial goals. • A consultant can help health systems get to market faster as they develop their in-house home infusion expertise.
Growth of Health System-Based Specialty Pharmacy to Continue in 2020, Reducing Cost of Care 150 150 Shields Health Solutions

Growth of Health System-Based Specialty Pharmacy to Continue in 2020, Reducing Cost of Care
By Don Amorosi, Chief Operating Officer; and Becky Rand, MHRM, Vice President of Manufacturer Relations ExceleraRx Corp Although the prevalence of health system-based specialty pharmacies has grown steadily over the past decade, 2020 will mark a critical year. Payers, providers, and health systems themselves are increasingly recognizing the important role integrated delivery solutions play in value-based care initiatives.