Less than half of pharmacists are carrying out required medication reviews for their Care Home patients, Regulator in Ireland finds – Pharmapod can help.

Less than half of pharmacists are carrying out required medication reviews for their Care Home patients, Regulator in Ireland finds – Pharmapod can help.

The PSI’s Inspectors have discovered that less than half of pharmacists who provide services to patients in residential care homes carry out regular medicine reviews as recommended by the PSI, the Pharmacy Regulator in Ireland. What are the requirements for medication reviews for patients in a residential care home setting and pharmacist’s obligations? The PSI produce guidance for pharmacists who provide care and services to patients in residential care. The underlying premise, is that pharmacists must ensure that they provide the same level of professional care and attention as they would to those…Read more …
Handling of medication errors in pharmacies a concern for The PSI – Pharmapod can help. 

Handling of medication errors in pharmacies a concern for The PSI – Pharmapod can help. 

A recent article by The Times claims that a quarter of all prescription medicines sold by pharmacies are dispensed in breach of legislation.  The Times article states that the PSI, the Pharmacy Regulator in Ireland is particularly concerned at the way in which medication errors are being handled at pharmacies 'A third of all pharmacies failed to keep log of errors - a problem that has been repeatedly highlighted in disciplinary proceedings’. Why are some pharmacies falling short of this requirement and risking disciplinary hearings for non-compliance? Pharmacies are busy places and keeping on top of requirements…Read more …
Introducing our new National Sales Manager, David Coleman.

Introducing our new National Sales Manager, David Coleman.

We are delighted to introduce David Coleman as our National Sales Manager at Pharmapod. David talks to us about his career to date and his thoughts on pharmacy and Pharmapod.  What is your career background? I have been in and around the pharmacy industry for 20 years in various roles, usually in PMR software.  I've worked in different areas, from IT and Project Management through to the Sales and Marketing.  I've also had experience working with Wholesalers/Buying Groups so I feel I've gained a rounded knowledge of the industry. What does your role…Read more …
Pharmapod launches its Patient Safety Report to ensure your pharmacy is inspection and QPS ready.

Pharmapod launches its Patient Safety Report to ensure your pharmacy is inspection and QPS ready.

The Pharmapod system helps you claim up to £1,280 per pharmacy under the Quality Payments Scheme (QPS) for submitting your Patient Safety Report. Pharmapod is the leading software for Patient Safety in pharmacy practice. It ensures your pharmacy adheres to best practice and all legal and professional requirements. The platform has succeeded in creating a hugely positive network of pharmacy teams united in shared goals – driving efficiencies in their pharmacy business, the safety of patients and real peer-to-peer sharing of experience. At the click of a button the Pharmapod system generates a comprehensive…Read more …
See How The New Quality Payment Scheme Will Benefit Your Pharmacy.

See How The New Quality Payment Scheme Will Benefit Your Pharmacy.

Do you run or own a pharmacy in England? Continue reading to see how the new Quality Payment Scheme will benefit your pharmacy. The Quality Payment Scheme was recently announced as part of the NHS’ new contractual framework. It offers eligible pharmacies up to £12,800 per annum on fulfilling certain quality criteria. To be eligible for the quality payment scheme, pharmacies must meet the following 4 “gateway criteria”: Provide at least one advanced clinical service. Such as AURs, MURs, NUMSAS, NMS and Stoma appliance customisation. Be enabled for EPS Maintain up-to-date details on NHS choices…Read more …
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