Tag: McKesson
Wes Hopper launches Why Success Happens
January 20, 2025HME News Staff
YARMOUTH, Maine – Wes Hopper, formerly of McKesson, has launched Why Success Happens, a new consulting firm focused on driving growth and innovation across industries. Hopper has more than three decades of expertise in health care logistics, sales development, technologies, consumer products, retail marketing and e-commerce. “The launch of Why Success Happens represents a culmination of my passion for driving results and mentoring organizations to achieve their fullest potential,”...
Pharmacy groups launch public health consortium
January 16, 2025HME News Staff
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – The National Community Pharmacists Association’s Innovation Center has formed the Independent Community Pharmacy Consortium for Government Engagement, bringing together pharmacy services administrative organizations, wholesale distributors and pharmacy management system vendors to streamline the engagement of community pharmacies in public health initiatives.
The NCPA says the consortium will facilitate swift and efficient cooperation between public health...
In brief: Cath codes, sleep predictions, wildfire support, pulse ox guidance
January 10, 2025HME News Staff
WASHINGTON – The Pricing, Data Analysis and Coding (PDAC) contractor for CMS seeks primary contact information from manufacturers and distributors as it prepares to roll out new HCPCS codes for hydrophilic intermittent urinary catheters on Jan. 1, 2026, AAHomecare reports.
Manufacturers and distributors can provide their primary contact by completing this form by March 31. Over the course of the year, the PDAC will work with the primary contact to determine if their products qualify...
McKesson launches initiative to boost pharmacy advocacy
January 8, 2025HME News Staff
IRVING, Texas — McKesson has launched McKesson Amplify, a strategic initiative intended to help protect critical pharmacy services and elevate the pharmacy profession by strengthening the voice of the industry, it says. Through McKesson Amplify, the company has committed to awarding dedicated funding to eligible state pharmacy associations across all 50 states to help meet association advocacy goals. “We believe pharmacists’ voices are one of the most important in the conversation,”...
McKesson acquires controlling interest in Core Ventures
August 28, 2024HME News Staff
IRVING, Texas – McKesson Corp. has signed a definitive agreement to acquire a controlling interest in Community Oncology Revitalization Enterprise Ventures (Core Ventures) for approximately $2.49 billion in cash. Core Ventures is a business and administrative services organization established by the Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, a physician-owned community oncology practice. “This milestone marks an important step forward in our efforts to advance community-based...
In brief: ALS report, McKesson agreement, Swift C-suite
June 28, 2024HME News Staff
WASHINGTON - The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine have published “Living with ALS,” a report on improving the quality of care for individuals with ALS that includes specific recommendations to strengthen access to respiratory care.
The report includes a policy brief that urges CMS and private insurers to act quickly to expedite access to essential ALS medical and support services, including:
Requiring expedited (within 72 hours)...
IPC, McKesson sign supply agreement
June 26, 2024HME News Staff
SUN PRAIRIE, Wis. – Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC), a group purchasing organization of community pharmacies, has announced a new supply agreement with McKesson. The new supply agreement provides IPC members with two distinct pricing options, allowing them to tailor their approach to better serve their communities and thrive in a competitive market. "Our collaboration with McKesson reflects our unwavering commitment to our members' success,” said Marc Essensa, CEO of IPC....
In brief: Mobility City expands, NCART taps Steelman, McKesson launches initiative
April 5, 2024HME News Staff
BOCA RATON, Fla. – Mobility City Holdings announces the grand opening of Mobility City of San Diego, serving San Diego, Carlsbad, Encinitas, Del Mar, La Jolla, Coronado, Rancho Santa Fe and Carmel Valley, Calif. This location, owned and operated by Peter Yi, an Army veteran with 28 years of health care industry experience, marks a significant milestone for the company to achieve its goal of providing top-notch products to the 68 million Americans with disabilities. "I am thrilled to open...
McKesson launches initiative to reduce pharmacy deserts
April 3, 2024HME News Staff
IRVING, Texas – McKesson has launched Project Oasis, an initiative aimed at advancing health equity for at-risk populations in underserved communities. As the first activation site for the project, McKesson has helped to facilitate an expedited path to independent pharmacy ownership for Dr. Emmanuel "Manny" Ayanjoke, a licensed pharmacist, in Avondale, Ohio. "As a diversified health care services company, we recognize the pivotal role community pharmacies play in promoting...
McKesson readies to ideaShare
March 18, 2024HME News Staff
IRVING, Texas – McKesson has opened registration for McKesson ideaShare, a destination for community pharmacists to come together to strengthen the overall health of pharmacy and elevate their roles. The event, scheduled for June 23-36 in New Orleans, will feature three days of educational sessions on topics like maximizing reimbursement, diversifying revenue streams and advocating for the pharmacy profession. “New Orleans is known for its strength and resilience as is our community pharmacy...