How Specialty Pharmacists Support You Beyond Filling Prescriptions

How Specialty Pharmacists Support You Beyond Filling Prescriptions Written by Kristen Smith, PharmD, IgCP, Senior Manager, TCMC Your neurologist may prescribe one medication, while your immunologist prescribes another. Each provider focuses on a specific condition, but your specialty pharmacist looks at the complete picture. Specialty pharmacists consider all of your medications, therapies, medical conditions, and […]

How long does it take to start therapy? The time required to begin therapy varies depending on the medication, insurance requirements, and clinical documentation needed from your provider. Some therapies may begin within days, while others may take several weeks if prior authorization or appeals are required, or if additional medical records or laboratory results […]

Financial Assistance for Specialty Medications: Co-pay Cards, Foundations and Manufacturer Patient Assistance Programs Written by Jenny Hustek, Senior Vice President, Patient Access Being prescribed a specialty medication can raise two questions at the same time: Will this treatment help me, and what will it cost? Specialty medications are often used to treat complex, chronic, […]

How to Get a Referral for Infusion Therapy: A Step-by-Step Guide Written by Jennifer Joiner, RN, BSN, Regional Vice President Feeling nervous before an appointment with your healthcare provider is normal, especially when you have important questions about your care. If you’re thinking about infusion therapy, you might not know how to start the conversation with your provider. That’s okay. Picture yourself […]

What is Home Infusion Therapy? A Complete Guide to Home Infusion and Injectable Treatments Written by Derrek Blake, RN, BSN, IgCN, Sr. Director, Specialty Therapeutic Programs Home infusion therapy allows patients to get Intravenous (IV) therapy or injectable medications at home. Instead of visiting a hospital or infusion center, a specialty pharmacy sends your medication, […]

5 Key Benefits of Outpatient Infusion Centers 1. Safety and Clinical Oversight Infusion centers have trained clinical staff who watch over you during your treatment. Imagine sitting in a comfortable chair while a nurse checks your heart rate, blood pressure, and other vital signs every 30 minutes to ensure you are okay. Nurses also use […]

Understanding IVIG and SCIG Treatments Written by Drew Doyle, RPh, Executive Vice President, Sales and Market Development at Soleo Health If you or a loved one receives immunoglobulin (Ig) therapy, you may have heard the terms IVIG and SCIG, but what do they really mean? The difference in how these therapies are given is similar […]

What is the Difference Between IBD and IBS? Written by Nicole Jacobson, RD, CNSC, National Therapeutic Line Director: Gastroenterology, Rheumatology, and Nutrition If you’re unclear about how Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) differs from Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), you’re not the only one. These similarly named digestive disorders impact millions, yet they are quite distinct. Here’s […]

Written by Aubrey Hersch, PharmD Infusion treatments help people with rare and chronic conditions. This therapy works better than pills for many patients. It delivers medicine directly into your bloodstream. This means faster relief and better results. What is Infusion Therapy? Infusion therapy puts medicine directly into your blood. A nurse uses a needle or […]

Written by Lisa Siefert RPh, FASHP, ASQ-CMQ/OE Table of Contents Benefits of Infusion Therapy Potential Side Effects Managing Side Effects Allergic Reactions Long-Term Side Effects Healthcare Team Support Conclusion Starting infusion therapy can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re worried about side effects. From treatments for ALS, Alzheimer’s disease, Crohn’s disease, and many others, infusions are […]