Part D transition period extended 60 days
CMS has directed Part D plans to give beneficiaries another 60 days to transition to drugs on their formularies or to appeal to remain on their current medication. The extension was announced in HHS secretary Mike Leavitt's progress report on the first month of Part D. In addition to pledging to quickly fix remaining problems, Leavitt stated that the "efforts of pharmacists over the last month have been nothing short of heroic. They have been selfless, compassionate, and committed to service."
Q&A: Pharmacist-Led Diabetes Management Transforms Patient Care and Clinical Outcomes
June 28th 2025An ambulatory care pharmacist program in Washington State dramatically improved diabetes management by reducing A1c levels, increasing medication adherence, and providing comprehensive patient education.
