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  1. MAR 26

    TEFCA, Data Exchange, and the Next Era of Pharmacy

    In this episode of NCPDPunscripted, we sit down with Kristol Chism, RPh, of Optum Insight to unpack the future of clinical data exchange in pharmacy. From demystifying TEFCA to advancing pharmacist’s role in care delivery, this conversation explores what’s next and what needs to happen now.  Have a guest or topic recommendation? Text us!

    20 min

  2. MAR 12

    Advancing Public Health Through the Power of Pharmacy Standards

    In the latest episode of NCPDPunscripted, Katie Russell, Manager of Data Standards & Interoperability at CoverMyMeds, joins the conversation to explore the connection between public health and pharmacy standards. She shares how her public health background shapes her work at NCPDP and reflects on her experience in the Emerging Professionals Fellowship. Tune in for insights on leadership, collaboration, and improving healthcare outcomes through standards. Have a guest or topic recommendation? Text us!

    18 min

  3. FEB 25

    Fast Track Healthcare: Policy, Access, and Innovation

    On this episode of the NCPDPunscripted, Jennifer Steger, Vice President at Monument Advocacy, breaks down the fast-moving healthcare policy landscape in Washington, covering record-setting executive orders, CMS payment models, and rural health funding. Tune in for a candid conversation on prior authorization reform, pharmacist provider status, and why engagement has never been more critical as access, affordability, and technology take center stage. Have a guest or topic recommendation? Text us!

    15 min

  4. FEB 4

    How Real-Time Data Improves Access to Medications: A Conversation With Arrive Health

    In this episode of NCPDPunscripted, Whitney Ellington sits down with Lew Parker, CTO of Arrive Health, to unpack why prior authorization still creates friction across healthcare. From real-time benefit checks to smarter interoperability, Lew shares how better data upstream can mean fewer delays, lower costs, and a smoother experience for patients and providers alike. Have a guest or topic recommendation? Text us!

    14 min

  5. JAN 20

    ReNue RX’s Approach to Smarter, More Sustainable Pharmacy Care

    In this episode of NCPDPunscripted, Whitney Ellington sits down with Raj Chhadua of ReNue RX to discuss how innovative reuse and reverse distribution models are changing the way pharmacies manage medication and reduce waste. Raj shares practical insights into the operational and regulatory realities pharmacies face today, and how smarter systems can improve efficiency while supporting patient access. Have a guest or topic recommendation? Text us!

    12 min

  6. JAN 8

    HealthTech Product Design: Speed, Efficiency, and the Patient Experience with DoseSpot

    In this episode of NCPDPunscripted, Whitney Ellington sits down with Julian Herbert, Chief Product Officer at DoseSpot, to discuss how ePrescribing is evolving to prioritize efficiency, trust, and the patient experience. Julian shares lessons from building patient-facing technology and explores the growing demand for price transparency, medication availability data, and workflows that help patients make informed decisions based on cost, convenience, and access.  Have a guest or topic recommendation? Text us!

    21 min

  7. 12/17/2025

    Inside the ASTP Pilot: Improving Medication Availability Through Collaboration

    On this episode of NCPDPunscripted, Pooja Babbrah sits down with Brian Eidex to discuss the Pharmacy Product Availability Pilot, a collaboration between Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy (ASTP) and NCPDP focused on improving transparency around medication availability. Brian shares insights from the pilot, lessons learned from cross-industry collaboration, and how giving prescribers visibility into pharmacy inventory before a prescription is sent can help reduce delays and improve the patient experience. Have a guest or topic recommendation? Text us!

    14 min

  8. 12/01/2025

    Decoding MTF: What Pharmacies Need to Know Before 2026

    In this week’s episode NCPDP’s, Whitney Ellington, Director of Communications & Marketing, sits down with Rick Sage, Executive Vice President, Innovation & Standards, to break down the Medicare Transaction Facilitator (MTF), why enrollment matters, and what pharmacies need to know before the first 10 IRA-negotiated drugs go live on January 1, 2026. A must-listen for anyone navigating Part D changes and preparing for maximum fair price (MFP) workflows. Have a guest or topic recommendation? Text us!

    16 min
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  • Creator
    NCPDP
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    28
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