Specialty Pharmacy Elective

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Specialty pharmacy is one the largest growing fields of pharmacy, with a variety of practice models and perspectives. Today, specialty drugs make up about 40% of overall drug spend, and it is estimated that it will account for over 50% in the next few years. Topics for the Specialty Pharmacy elective include discussing the top disease states encountered in specialty pharmacy (e.g., inflammatory conditions, MS, HIV, oncology), important accreditations required (e.g, URAC, ACHC), storage and handling of the drugs (including shipping), and the high-touch clinical care model required to help ensure appropriate use, improve clinical outcomes, and manage drug spending.