Name
Pharmacy Track: Navigating Sweeping Reimbursement Changes
Date & Time
Monday, August 31, 2026, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Location Name
Wildflower Ballroom
Track
Pharmacy Track
Description

Pharmacy reimbursement continues to evolve under the pressure of shifting payer dynamics, changing acquisition costs, and increasing complexity in reimbursement models across both inpatient and outpatient settings. For pharmacy leaders, these changes directly impact budgeting accuracy, formulary decisions, and overall financial sustainability. Examine the current state of pharmacy reimbursement, including key trends shaping payment structures, margin variability, and the operational implications for health system pharmacy programs.

Join Bonnie Kirschenbaum as she provides an update on the evolving reimbursement environment and discuss strategies for maintaining financial stability in a highly variable landscape.

Learning Objectives:
1. Identify key trends and shifts influencing pharmacy reimbursement across care settings.
2. Analyze the operational and financial implications of reimbursement variability on pharmacy budgets and decision-making.
3. Evaluate strategies for improving financial forecasting and margin management in response to reimbursement changes.
4. Assess how reimbursement dynamics influence formulary, sourcing, and operational pharmacy decisions.