Mission Statement
The Academy of Independent Pharmacists-Texas exists to ensure the economic viability and security of independent pharmacy in Texas. By providing a forum for those practicing in independent pharmacies to exchange information, develop strategies, goals, and objectives that promote the practice of independent pharmacy. AIP-Texas will positively influence legislative and regulatory issues regarding independent pharmacy within Texas and the United States.
AIP Contributes $30,000 to Fight CVS/Caremark Issue
AIP-Texas contributed $15,000 in December 2009 and another $15,000 in January of 2010 to National Community Pharmacy Association (NCPA) to support independent pharmacy’s continuing fight with the CVS/Caremark issue.
CMS PROCESSING PHARMACY DME ACCREDITATION CMS will continue to process accreditation determinations for pharmacies after January 1, 2010. The revocation process for those who do not meet the accreditation requirement will be prioritized based on any potential beneficiary access issues as well as the Agency’s workload. Pharmacies should proceed with their accreditation activities and the accrediting organization will notify the National Supplier Clearinghouse of any newly processed accreditations.
CMS encourages pharmacies to complete their accreditation applications as soon as possible and will notify pharmacies that furnish DME items of any changes in the accreditation requirements. Click here to see NCPA comments on the issue.(Posted Jan. 27)
