A “wrong-drug” error in order processing is the most frequent type of pharmacy malpractice lawsuit. In some circumstances, a patient’s failure to recognize a wrong-drug error can be a defense to a pharmacy malpractice case based on what is legally referred to as “contributory negligence.”

David B. Brushwood, BSPharm, JD

About one in four adults live with a disability, according to CDC. Disabilities—whether of the body or mind, lifelong or temporary— are a universal experience that affects nearly everyone at some point in their lives.

Mickie Cathers

Tooth hypersensitivity affects 10–30% of the population, and worldwide, 30% have experienced migraine and 50% of the population suffered from headache in the past year.

On August 17, 2023, Delaware became the 50th state to pass legislation allowing pharmacists and prescribers to enter into collaborative practice agreements (CPAs) in which one or more pharmacists can provide patient care and drug therapy management services that are not otherwise permitted to be performed by a pharmacist.

Lauren Howell, PharmD

Mental health and psychiatric conditions affect millions every year. Within the prison system, inmates’ mental health conditions are compounded by limited providers, lack of access, and complexity of care.

Ariel L. Clark, PharmD

Until this fall, COVID-19 vaccines have been free for everyone in the United States regardless of insurance, finances, or immigration status. But HHS has now phased out that program, and COVID-19 vaccines have transitioned to the commercial market.

Sonya Collins

When patients look to the Internet for medications, their search could yield up to 45,000 online drug sellers. According to the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP), very few are legitimate; some 95% of so-called online pharmacies operate illegally.

Sonya Collins

For years, some pharmacists have been working in collaboration with health care providers in models that generate revenue through the delivery of various Medicare services. The most common example of this is pharmacists who deliver chronic care management (CCM) services to patients who meet the qualifications.

Loren Bonner

Recently, an error occurred at a health system specialty pharmacy that delivers prescriptions to onsite clinics when patients come in to meet with providers.

Institute for Safe Medication Practices, Horsham, PA

Judicial rulings in the large volume of opioid-related lawsuits continue to clarify pharmacists’ legal responsibilities that are broadly applicable beyond opioid litigation. A recent case from New Jersey addresses a novel approach to pharmacist liability.

David B. Brushwood, BSPharm, JD