Outcomes Blog
From the latest industry trends to the newest ideas, you can find valuable and relevant information on community pharmacy on our blog. As the largest technology partner for independent pharmacy, Outcomes provides blogs on a wide range of topics, including technology, patient care, rules and regulations, innovations, customer spotlights and more.
Pharmacy Posts
2025 in Review: Pharmacy Trends That Shaped the Year
From biosimilars to digital transformation, see how 2025 reshaped pharmacy—and why Outcomes believes 2026 will be a breakout year.
12 Ways Outcomes Helps Pharmacies Thrive—Beyond MTM
Outcomes delivers more than MTM—12 integrated pharmacy tools that save time, improve patient care, and help independent pharmacies grow all year long.
The NCPA Digest and How It Leads Our Profession
Independent pharmacy is evolving, not declining. See how NCPA Digest trends align with Outcomes Index data & what it means for margins and growth in 2025.
Turning Vaccines Into a Year-Round Opportunity
See how Save Mor Drugs streamlined immunizations, saved hours each week, and grew year-round vaccination revenue using Outcomes Vaccine.
C. diff Awareness Month: Why Pharmacists Matter
C. diff Awareness Month highlights how pharmacists prevent infections through stewardship, education, and patient support across care settings.
MFP: Stepping Confidently Into a New System
Get ready for Medicare’s Maximum Fair Price era: what SDRA/WAC means, what drugs are affected, how to manage inventory and cash flow, where Insights helps.
Payer Posts
2026–2027 Medicare Advantage & Part D: What Payers and [...]
CMS’s CY 2027 proposed rule reshapes Star Ratings, while CY 2026 final rules tighten prior auth and Part D requirements. See impacts for payers and pharmacies.
What Payers Want From Pharmacist-Provided Services in 2026
How payers can succeed in 2026 by investing in clinical pharmacy programs, modern technology, and connected care that improves outcomes and member experience.
Closing the Gaps in Diabetes Care
During Diabetes Awareness Month, Outcomes unites pharmacists, payers, and manufacturers to close care gaps and improve outcomes for people with diabetes.
Bridging the Gap: How Targeted Interventions Improved Mental [...]
For over 75 years, May has been recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month, an annual observance dedicated to highlighting the importance of mental well-being, educating the public, reducing stigma, encouraging early intervention, and supporting those affected by mental health conditions.
Proactive, Not Reactive: The Payer Perspective on Women’s [...]
Women sit at the center of the healthcare ecosystem, not only as patients, but as decision-makers and caregivers. Women make approximately 80% of healthcare decisions for their families (Becker’s Hospital Review), a statistic that underscores the importance of ensuring their access to consistent, high-quality preventive care.
2026 Rate Announcement: MTM Update
The 2026 Rate Announcement released on 4/7/25 included a decision from CMS not to retire the CMR completion rate measure. While CMS acknowledged stakeholder feedback opposing retirement without an outcomes-based replacement, they confirmed the measure will remain on the display page due to the expanded MTM eligibility requirements.
Pharma Posts
Pharmaceutical Marketing in 2026: Personalization, Compliance, [...]
Pharmacist-led engagement is shaping pharma marketing in 2026. Learn how pharmacies drive compliant personalization, adherence, and patient trust.
Celebrating Women's Health Month: A Month of Empowerment and [...]
Throughout Women's Health Month, we explored critical aspects of women's healthcare, each building upon the foundation that women deserve comprehensive, proactive care at every stage of life.
The Importance of Self-Care in Women’s Health: How Healthcare [...]
With pharmacists consistently ranked as the most trusted healthcare providers, they are uniquely positioned at a pivotal moment to help break down these barriers and deliver the care and encouragement women need.
Empowering Women's Health: A New Era in Care
For decades, women have been the unwavering strength behind childcare, caregiving, and managing the healthcare needs of others. While these roles persist, there is a gradual shift towards a more equitable distribution of responsibilities in some areas.
Empowering Pharma to Close Care Gaps in Healthcare at the Counter
To reach these patients, pharmaceutical manufacturers (pharma) need to strengthen their alliances with pharmacies to close care gaps.
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How Pharmacy Partners Play a Role in Public Health and [...]
Even the most effective medications only work when medication adherence is consistent, and prescriptions are regularly filled and taken as prescribed.
