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Welcome to Independent Rx Forum with RxConnexion and National Community Pharmacists Association. The leading advocate and business education resource for America's independent pharmacists.

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This week, host John Beckner sits with Ed Cohen, founder and COO of PharmTeam Associates, to discuss the value of associations. For Cohen, involvement in associations is rooted in lifelong learning and incorporating your network into your professiona... more

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This week, host John Beckner and guest Ed Cohen, COO of PharmTeam Associates, explore the critical differences between retail and community pharmacy practices. They share insights on the evolving expectations of patients after the COVID-19 pandemic, ... more

This week, Jay Phipps, pharmacy owner and NCPA member, reveals his secrets to building and maintaining a successful social media presence as a pharmacist. In a conversation with Jack Mozloom, NCPA senior vice president of public affairs, Phipps discu... more

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This week, host John Beckner is joined by Hannah Fish, NCPA's senior director of strategic initiatives, for a deep dive on the evolving vaccine landscape.

They outline vaccinations as a year-long service and share how pharmacists can prepare to be... more

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NCPA's Elise Damman and Kurt Proctor sit down in the studio to discuss the education, networking, and business growth opportunities at this year's NCPA Annual Convention. They unpack the "how to" theme designed to give attendees actionable takeaways ... more

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Content Warning: This episode includes mentions of self-harm, loss of loved ones, suicidal ideation, and other sensitive topics. If you or someone you know is struggling, support is available at the mental health hotline #988.

Hannah Fish, NCPA's s... more

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This week, NCPA Associate Director of Congressional Affairs Kaite Krell is joined in the studio by NCPA member Micah Lansford to discuss the July 15 Senate Armed Services subcommittee hearing on the Tricare pharmacy program and how Express Scripts — ... more

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This week, Leanne Haley-Brown, Bob Lomenick, and Michelle Farrell join host John Beckner for a discussion on the new ACCESS to Pharmacy Care program. ACCESS to Pharmacy Care is an NCPA program, powered by CPESN® with GamePlan Medical, that enables co... more

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Jay Phipps
Independent pharmacy owner, NCPA member
Independent pharmacies / NCPA
Episode: Mastering the Algorithm
Hannah Fish
Senior Director of Strategic Initiatives for NCPA
National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA)
Episode: From Stigma to Support: Transforming Mental Health Care
Micah Lansford
Pharmacist at Roden-Smith Pharmacy, Clovis, NM
Roden-Smith Pharmacy
Episode: Independent Pharmacy Takes the Senate Stage
Bob Lomenick
Owner of Tyson Drugs
Tyson Drugs, Mississippi
Episode: An Overview of the CMS ACCESS Program
Michelle Farrell
Owner of Boscobel Pharmacy
Boscobel Pharmacy, Wisconsin
Episode: An Overview of the CMS ACCESS Program
Jacqueline Estes
Resident in the NCPA Executive Residency Program
NCPA Executive Residency Program
Episode: Inside NCPA's Residency Part 2
Charlotte Nazar
Executive Resident at NCPA, focus on CPESN, grants, and diabetes programs
National Community Pharmacists Association / CPESN
Episode: Inside NCPA's Residency Part 1
Chris Jones
Executive director of the Main Street Competition Coalition
Main Street Competition Coalition
Episode: Keeping Competition on Main Street
Jeanne Manzi
Director of Long-Term Care Clinical Services for Managed Health Care Associates
Managed Health Care Associates
Episode: Vaccine Voices: Immunization in Long-Term Care

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John Beckner
Host of Independent Rx Forum, guiding conversations with guests; long-standing figure in advocacy and pharmacy education

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Vaccines Without a Season: Rethinking Pharmacy's Role in Prevention
Q: How has the role of technicians evolved in immunizations, and why does this matter?
Technicians have gained authorization to provide immunizations since COVID, which helps expand access and reduce bottlenecks, contributing to more efficient vaccine delivery.
Vaccines Without a Season: Rethinking Pharmacy's Role in Prevention
Q: What can pharmacies do now to prep for the fall and the respiratory season?
Engage community partners, reach out to HR directors and schools for back-to-school vaccines, establish employee wellness programs, ensure stock and insurance billing plans are in place, and streamline around Medicare and Medicaid complexities.
Vaccines Without a Season: Rethinking Pharmacy's Role in Prevention
Q: So, what's currently top of mind for you in the vaccine space?
The focus is on preparing for the respiratory season, expanding year-round immunization programs, and managing staffing and operational burnout to deliver vaccines efficiently.
Mastering the Algorithm
Q: What makes the convention valuable beyond education?
The convention is a place to build relationships, meet peers who share the same challenges, and gain access to practical, actionable strategies through a community of high achievers, which accelerates implementation back home.
Mastering the Algorithm
Q: What platforms did you start with, and how did you expand to others?
LinkedIn was the primary start, followed by Instagram and TikTok; he notes TikTok's algorithm is tough without daily posting, and emphasizes leveraging multiple platforms to grow visibility while managing multiple businesses.

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What is Independent Rx Forum about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Across recent episodes, the show centers on independent community pharmacies, advocacy, policy, and practical operations to boost patient care and business resilience. Key threads include expanding immunization programs, adopting technology and data to prove value, navigating PBM and payer dynamics, and leveraging associations and coalitions to defend independent pharmacies. Guests frequently bring hands-on pharmacy operations experience, public policy insight, and practical strategies for growing patient access, improving adherence, and differentiating independent pharmacies through branding, community ties, and service expansion. Noteworthy angles include CPESN, CMS ACCESS, mental health collaborations, and the evolving role of pharmacy t... more

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4. Bob Lomenick
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