Modern Pharmacy Blog

Commercial airline travel remains the safest mode of transportation (motorcycles come in last). Despite the intricate task of lifting a heavy aircraft, navigating adverse weather conditions, and landing on modestly sized areas, commercial airplane accidents are such rare occurrences that they grab headlines when they do happen.

Class of Trade (COT) is probably not something you give much thought. You may have had a conversation with your Group Purchasing Organizations (GPO) early on in your pharmacy’s life, but perhaps the subject hasn’t crossed your mind in a few years. It might be time to revisit the concept and have a few more discussions with your business partners about this important topic.

As noted in Part 1, nursing homes will continue to be a critical piece of the long-term care industry. But more Americans will seek less restrictive options for senior care in the future, and at the top of this list is home health care.