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Here are the TOP 5 ways independently owned pharmacies can build their businesses through the expansion of "LTC Pharmacy at Home" services

1. Target Medically Complex Patients
Stand out with personalized medication management

• Partner with home health, geriatricians, and specialists

• Offer in-home or telehealth MTM services

• Position pharmacists as key care team members

2. Offer Specialized Packaging & Delivery
Boost adherence with simple, consistent solutions

• Use blister packs or multi-dose packaging

• Provide branded, scheduled home delivery

• Sync refills to reduce confusion

3. Provide 24/7 Clinical Support
Be there when patients need you most

• Set up pharmacist-on-call or live chat

• Offer after-hours medication delivery

• Promote to referring providers

4. Build Referral Networks
Earn trust as a reliable LTC-at-home partner

• Create materials for providers and agencies

• Attend care coordination meetings

• Host educational sessions for partners

5. Promote Cost & Outcome Benefits
Show your impact on care and cost

• Share data on reduced readmissions and errors

• Highlight prevention of missed doses

• Explore payer partnerships and reimbursements