WSPA Pharmacy Podcast

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This podcast is to inform pharmacy professionals on topics applicable to their practices. The Washington State Pharmacy Association is a member organization, please be a WSPA member or a member of your state pharmacy association.

  1. May 20

    May 20, 2026 Town Hall for Pharmacy Professionals

    Agenda:ECAPS Bill Scheduled for Markup tomorrow! HR 3164 - Ensuring Community Access to Pharmacist Services Act would permit pharmacists to bill Medicare as Qualified Health Providers for flu, COVID and Strep Testing. Having a markup is a necessary step to final bill passage. Congresswoman DelBene sits on the committee. Please send her office a note or call of support! EthnoMed This non-profit connects providers and patients who come from refugee, immigrant and migrant backgrounds. EthnoMed will join the Town Hall call to provide resources for pharmacy practitioners. Mifepristone Mail order and community pharmacy access maintained by the Supreme Court last week. UMPJE Coming to Washington - The Universal Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Exam is coming to Washington State. We will discuss what the UMPJE is, and highlight the PQAC Adoption Dates.  Annual Awards of Distinction Nominations Now Open (Due July 10, 2026)Board of Director Positions Now Open (Application due July 10, 2026)Upcoming Events: The next Town Hall will be May 29th. You can also add future dates to your calendar via our event calendar.Integrating Food Security into Reimbursable Value-Based Models - DOH Webinar, May 21st 12 PM Northwest Pharmacy Convention May 28th-31st, Coeur d'Alene, IDWSPA Annual Meeting November 13-14th, Suncadia Resort, Cle Elum, WA NEW: Text messaging now available!We’ll only send the good stuff: events, calls to action, and important updates. No spam ever. And as always, your information stays private.To opt in, text “1” to 1-855-768-7204.

    33 min

  2. May 20

    May 6, 2026 Town Hall for Pharmacy Professionals

    Agenda:Drug Take-Back Program Sunset Review The Drug Take-Back Program was created in the legislature to go through January 1st, 2029, and is undergoing a review. This review will make a recommendation to change, continue or terminate the program. We intend for the pharmacy community to be involved in their research and fact finding. Mifepristone access may be limited following action by the 5th Circuit Court, but is stayed until May 11th.  Ambulatory Care Academy Spring Meeting RecapTechnician Spring Fling Meeting Recap Annual Awards of Distinction Nominations Now Open (Due July 10, 2026)Board of Director Positions Now Open (Application due July 10, 2026)Upcoming Events: The next Town Hall will be May 29th. You can also add future dates to your calendar via our event calendar.Health System Leadership Meeting, Puyallup, May 8th Northwest Pharmacy Convention May 28th-31st, Coeur d'Alene, IDWSPA Annual Meeting November 13-14th, Suncadia Resort, Cle Elum, WA NEW: Text messaging now available!We’ll only send the good stuff: events, calls to action, and important updates. No spam ever. And as always, your information stays private.To opt in, text “1” to 1-855-768-7204.

    11 min

  3. Apr 26

    April 22, 2026 Town Hall for Pharmacy Professionals

    Agenda:Rural Health Transformation Project WSPA's project and WorkgroupMobile Health Outreach Grant Many pharmacies have been providing care and outreach to communities across Washington this year. Project description and Event Map.DOH Equitable Licensing Fees Sessions  WSPA will attend these sessions to express concerns about our high license fees, and need to maintain PQAC funding - we don't want to see further increases.2026 WSPA Salary Survey We aren't at our goal responses yet!!! Please share with your peers! Respondents have a chance to win a $100 Amazon card. You do not have to be a member to participate. Annual Awards of Distinction Nominations Now Open (Due July 10, 2026)Board of Director Positions Now Open (Application due July 10, 2026)Upcoming Events: The next Town Hall will be April 22nd. You can also add future dates to your calendar via our event calendar.Amb Care Academy Spring Meeting, April 24, 2026; Hybrid - Online and in RentonPharmacy Technician Spring Fling, May 1; 8:00 AM - 2:30 PM - Online and in RentonHealth System Leadership Meeting, Puyallup, May 8th Northwest Pharmacy Convention May 28th-31st, Coeur d'Alene, IDWSPA Annual Meeting November 13-14th, Suncadia Resort, Cle Elum, WA NEW: Text messaging now available!We’ll only send the good stuff: events, calls to action, and important updates. No spam ever. And as always, your information stays private. To opt in, text “1” to 1-855-768-7204.

    16 min

  4. Apr 15

    April 8, 2026 Town Hall for Pharmacy Professionals

    Agenda:PQAC Business Meeting RecapAPhA Annual Meeting HighlightsNCPA Fly In: WSPA members prepare to speak to our legislators in DC. Rural Health Transformation RFP CallWashington's Prescription Monitoring Program A reminder that three distinct dates must be reported to the PMP. Also note that while testosterone fills are being collected, they are not being displayed. 2026 WSPA Salary Survey We are still gathering responses. Please share with your peers! Respondents have a chance to win a $100 Amazon card. You do not have to be a member to participate. Annual Awards of Distinction Nominations Now Open (Due July 10, 2026)Board of Director Positions Now Open (Application due July 10, 2026)Upcoming Events: The next Town Hall will be April 22nd. You can also add future dates to your calendar via our event calendar.WSPA Industry SIG Meeting, April 14, 2026; 12:00 PM, VirtualWA State Technician Association Meeting, April 15, 2026; 8:00 AM, VirtualAmb Care Academy Spring Meeting, April 24, 2026; Hybrid - Online and in RentonPharmacy Technician Spring Fling, May 1; 8:00 AM - 2:30 PM - Online and in RentonNorthwest Pharmacy Convention May 28th-31st, Coeur d'Alene, IDWSPA Annual Meeting November 13-14th, Suncadia Resort, Cle Elum, WA NEW: Text messaging now available!We’ll only send the good stuff: events, calls to action, and important updates. No spam ever. And as always, your information stays private.To opt in, text “1” to 1-855-768-7204.

    20 min

  5. Mar 31

    March 25, 2026 Town Hall for Pharmacy Professionals

    Agenda:2026 WSPA Salary Survey Your help is needed! Please respond, and share with your peers! The more participation, the better the results! Also, respondents have a chance to win a $100 Amazon card. You do not have to be a member to participate. WSPA Special Interest Groups (SIGs) We host SIGs to bring together members to share resources, or work on issues. Our current SIGs include Behavioral Health, Compounding, Technician Academia, Diabetes, New Practitioners, All Voices Alliance, Industry. Upcoming Events: The next Town Hall will be April 8th. You can also add future dates to your calendar via our event calendar.Long Term Care Academy Meeting, April 7, 2026; 12:00 PM, VirtualWSPA Industry SIG Meeting, April 14, 2026; 12:00 PM, VirtualWA State Technician Association Meeting, April 15, 2026; 8:00 AM, VirtualAmb Care Academy Spring Meeting, April 24, 2026; Hybrid - Online and in RentonPharmacy Technician Spring Fling, May 1; 8:00 AM - 2:30 PM - Online and in RentonNorthwest Pharmacy Convention May 28th-31st, Coeur d'Alene, IDWSPA Annual Meeting November 13-14th, Suncadia Resort, Cle Elum, WA NEW: Text messaging now available! We’ll only send the good stuff: events, calls to action, and important updates. No spam ever. And as always, your information stays private.To opt in, text “1” to 1-855-768-7204.

    17 min

  6. Mar 12

    March 11, 2026 Town Hall for Pharmacy Professionals

    Agenda: Legislative Update - Last week of 2026 SessionPharmacist vaccinators and prescribers must enroll in ProviderOne for the Managed Medicaid plans to pay for vaccines and medications starting April 2026.WRAPP Advisory Board Seeking New Members The Washington Recovery Assistance Program for Pharmacy is seeking SUDP, tech and pharmacists with community chain pharmacy experience to join their Advisory Board.HELMS Licensing System Unavailable March 18-24th Be sure to renew early. WSPA Text Message Alerts Now Available We promise to not blow you up, but to provide occasional urgent alerts and news. Please go into your WSPA profile to opt in. Upcoming Events: The next Town Hall will be March 25th. You can also add future dates to your calendar via our event calendar.Residency Leaders Roundtable March 16th; 9:30 AM, Hybrid in Renton or VirtualWA State Technician Association Meeting, March 18; 8:00 AM, Hybrid in Renton and Virtual Long Term Care Academy Meeting, April 7; 12:00 PM, VirtualWSPA Industry SIG Meeting, April 14, 2026; 12:00 PM, OnlineAmb Care Academy Spring Meeting, April 24; Hybrid, Pharmacy Technician Spring Fling, May 1; 8:00 AM - 2:30 PMNorthwest Pharmacy Convention May 28th-31st, Coeur d'Alene, IDWSPA Annual Meeting November 13-14th, Suncadia Resort, Cle Elum, WA NEW: Text messaging now available!We’ll only send the good stuff: events, calls to action, and important updates. No spam ever. And as always, your information stays private.To opt in, text “1” to 1-855-768-7204.

    20 min

  7. Feb 26

    February 25, 2026 Town Hall for Pharmacy Professionals

    Agenda:Legislative Update Thank you to everyone's efforts, but SSB 5924 to allow independent prescribing by pharmacists is not advancing this session. On the call today we will discuss next steps for a bill next year, provide other bill updates, and recap the second Legislative Day. 2026 Legislation PageMeasles Cases - 4 counties are affected, and more cases are  expected Please offer MMR Vaccines and increase your stock of immunoglobulinInfo for patients - available in many languages, Graphics and videosMeasles Post Exposure GuidanceWSPA Awards of Distinction Nominations Now Open (Due July 10, 2026)WSPA Board of Director Positions Now Open (Application due July 10, 2026) Updated SIG Page Our WSPA Special Interest Groups or SIGs are ways that WSPA members from across practice settings connect to share and make practice changes. Academy News Seeking Leaders: For the WA State Pharmacy Technician Association and WSPA Community Practice AcademyHealth Systems Academy Podcast Community Practice Academy PodcastAmbulatory Care Academy PodcastUpcoming Events: The next Town Hall will be March 11th. You can also add future dates to your calendar via our event calendar.New Drugs New Laws - All Virtual March 8th 8-5 pm Residency Leaders Roundtable, March 16, 2026; 9:30 AM, Renton and VirtualLong Term Care Academy Meeting, April 7, 2026; 12:00 PM, OnlineWSPA Industry SIG Meeting, April 14, 2026; 12:00 PM, OnlineAmb Care Academy Spring Meeting, April 24, 2026; Hybrid, Calendar event coming soonPharmacy Technician Spring Fling, May 1; 8:00 AM - 2:30 PMNorthwest Pharmacy Convention May 28th-31st, Coeur d'Alene, IDWSPA Annual Meeting November 13-14th, Suncadia Resort, Cle Elum, WA

    21 min

  8. Feb 13

    February 11, 2026 Town Hall for Pharmacy Professionals

    Agenda:Legislative Session Update - Bill TrackerPQAC Business Meeting Recap - Feb 5th Seeking WA State Pharmacy Technician Association incoming chair, application at bottom of WSPTA page and reach out to Sirena (Sirena@wsparx.org) for more information. Seeking new chair for Community Practice Academy, for more information reach out to Boris Zhang, (Boris@wsparx.org)New Health System Academy Podcast - Fit Factors that Impact Choosing a Residency ProgramCommunity Practice Academy Podcast - Tips and Tricks for the Holidays - from a Community Pharmacy PerspectiveUpdated SIG Page - check here for the details for WSPA SIGsUpcoming Events: The next Town Hall will be Feb 25th. You can also add future dates to your calendar via our event calendar.WSPA Legislative Day #2, February 23, 2026; 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, WA State CapitolDiabetes General SIG Meeting, February 24, 2026; 5:30 PM, OnlineNew Drugs New Laws - All Virtual March 8th 8-5 pm Residency Directors Roundtable, March 16, 2026; 9:30 AM, OnlineNorthwest Pharmacy Convention May 28th-31st, Coeur d'Alene, IDWSPA Annual Meeting November 13-14th, Suncadia Resort, Cle Elum, WA

    32 min
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This podcast is to inform pharmacy professionals on topics applicable to their practices. The Washington State Pharmacy Association is a member organization, please be a WSPA member or a member of your state pharmacy association.

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  • Creator
    WA State Pharmacy Assoc
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    146
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