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Secure your place at #AMCP2025 — Count yourself among the thousands of managed care decision-makers expected to attend AMCP 2025! Join us March 31–April 3 at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas: https://bit.ly/3DAY6Og #managedcare #pharmacy #healthcare

Has AMCP impacted your career? Do you love professional growth? Share your story for a chance to win exciting prizes in our newly relaunched We Are MCPs Sweepstakes! Winners will receive a free accredited course of their choice: either Fundamentals of Managed Care Pharmacy or Advanced Principles of Formulary Management! Enter the sweepstakes: https://bit.ly/4amQBJS #AMCPChampions #WeAreMCPs

According to AMCP Foundation’s Emerging Trends in Managed Care Pharmacy report—recently featured in Becker's Healthcare's Hospital Review—drug shortages, AI, and affordability are the top concerns shaping the future of managed care pharmacy. Surveyed professionals anticipate: - A 25%+ increase in active drug shortages over the next five years - 92% expect AI will be integrated into more than half of prior authorization reviews - 97% predict a significant rise in GLP-1 utilization, raising concerns about cost and access - Over half believe at least 25 states will establish prescription drug affordability boards “These findings underscore the urgency of coordinated, patient-centered strategies that balance innovation with affordability and access,” said Susan A. Cantrell, RPh, CAE, AMCP CEO. Read the full article via Becker’s: https://bit.ly/41XVpTT #AMCPFdn #ManagedCarePharmacy #DrugAffordability #HealthPolicy #PharmacyLeadership #EmergingTrends #BeckersHealthcare #Managedcare #Pharmacy

Join us in honoring Dr. John Watkins, the distinguished recipient of AMCP Foundation's Steven G. Avey Award! Dr. Watkins is being recognized for his exceptional achievements and groundbreaking work in the field of managed care pharmacy. Celebrate his dedication to the profession by joining the Host Committee in his honor. https://bit.ly/3OXivo7 #AMCPFdn #managedcare #pharmacy

Managed care professionals - if you can fill out the following survey so I could share with students, we all would appreciate it: https://lnkd.in/gBsm8e83 AMCP Members who are Residents, Fellows, New Graduate Managed Care Professionals and Students - check out the info below! My name is Veeral Vyas. I'm a managed care pharmacist, and I'll be speaking at the AMCP Chapter Leadership Academy at AMCP 2025 in Houston. This event is primarily designed for student pharmacists, but my presentation, #CustomizeYourCareer, is aimed at helping students and new practitioners set themselves up for success post-graduation! We'll talk about how to succeed in managed care pharmacy post-graduation, career growth, and networking strategies, and making the most of postgrad opportunities. Plus, there's a 20-minute breakout session where you can connect with students and other new practitioners- great for networking and sharing insights. When: Wednesday, April 2, 2025 Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00AM CT Where: AMCP Chapter Leadership Academy (George R. Brown Convention Center, Room 350 DEF) Would love to see you there-come join the conversation! If you'd like to connect with me prior to our talk - feel free to add me on Linkedin or email me at [email protected]. Please email Zack Riley ([email protected]) if you have any questions about this event. #managedcarepharmacy #managedcare #students #residents #fellows #newgrads #pharmacy #nursing #PBMs #PBM #healthplans #insurance #AMCP #IAMMCP #IAMAMCP

We are excited to announce the recipients of the AMCP Foundation Travel Award: Rathea Hersi of Texas Southern University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences - TXSUCOPHS and Philip Mercado of FAMU College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Institute of Public Health! The HBCU Travel Award provides grants to defray travel expenses to AMCP national meetings, enabling future pharmacists to connect with industry leaders, engage in thought-provoking discussions, and gain valuable insights into managed care pharmacy. AMCP congratulates the recipients of this award and look forward to welcoming them to #AMCP2025 in Houston! Learn more about the Travel Award: https://bit.ly/4fJkYgN #AMCPFdn #AMCP2025 #FAMUCoPPS #TSUCOPHS

AMCP Foundation’s latest Emerging Trends in Managed Care Pharmacy report—featured in a recent article by Drug Topics—reveals that drug shortages, affordability, and access to medications remain top concerns among managed care pharmacy professionals. Key findings include: - 62% of respondents expect active drug shortages to increase by more than 25% over the next five years - 54% believe at least 25 states will establish prescription drug affordability boards “These insights reflect the urgent need to address rising costs, supply chain resilience, and equitable access to care,” said Susan A. Cantrell, RPh, CAE, AMCP CEO. AMCP Foundation’s report provides valuable data to guide decision-making and collaboration across the health care system. ?? Read the full article from Drug Topics: https://bit.ly/43KGnn0 #ManagedCarePharmacy #HealthPolicy #DrugAffordability #AccessToCare #PharmacyLeadership #EmergingTrends #DrugShortages #PharmacyInnovation #AMCP #AMCPFdn

Press Release: The AMCP Foundation, in collaboration with Pfizer, has released the newly updated Emerging Trends in Managed Care Pharmacy report. This timely publication—grounded in comprehensive survey data and expert analysis—highlights critical developments set to transform the managed care pharmacy landscape, including artificial intelligence, drug shortages, affordability, and the increased use of GLP-1 therapies. Key findings include: ? 92% of respondents anticipate AI will be integrated into more than half of prior authorization reviews. ? Drug shortages are projected to increase by more than 25% over the next five years. ? 97% expect a significant rise in GLP-1 utilization. Access the full report via the Journal of Managed Care & Specialty Pharmacy to understand the implications for your practice and the broader health care system: https://bit.ly/3XIhdBA #ManagedCare #HealthPolicy #PharmacyLeadership #AMCP #EmergingTrends #AIinHealthcare #AMCPFdn

Meet AMCP Team member Geni Tunstall! Before joining AMCP in 2022 as the Associate Vice President of Regulatory Affairs, Geni worked in Regulatory Affairs at CVS Caremark. She previously worked as an attorney and earned her J.D. from Arizona State University. In her free time, Geni loves art and theater. Here are some of her favorite things! Food: Lasagna Book: All the books… it’s hard to pick just one. A few all-time favorites: The Left Hand of Darkness by Ursula K. Le Guin; Catch 22 by Joseph Heller; Illusions: The Adventures of a Reluctant Messiah by Richard Bach; The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams Movie: The Princess Bride Walk Up Song: Stand by R.E.M. Meet the AMCP Team: https://bit.ly/49T54gv #AMCPTeam

Last night, the House of Representatives passed a Continuing Resolution (CR) extending government funding through Sept. 30 to avoid a shutdown. While it reauthorizes key health care programs, PBM reform and other bipartisan priorities were left out. What’s Included: Public Health ? Funding for Community Health Centers, NHSC, and Teaching Health Centers ? Diabetes grants via NIH and IHS ? Extension of emergency preparedness authorities Medicare ? Telehealth flexibilities extended ? Continued support for low-volume and Medicare-dependent hospitals ? Maintains geographic index protections ? Part D oral antiviral coverage remains in place ? 2% Medicare provider cut continues Medicaid ? DSH program extended through Sept. 30 What's Missing: PBM reform and broader physician relief. Read our full summary at https://bit.ly/4bN4JhT, and stay tuned as AMCP continues to monitor and advocate on behalf of managed care pharmacy. #HealthPolicy #PBMReform #Medicare #Medicaid #Telehealth #AMCPAdvocacy #ManagedCarePharmacy