The Alliance Pharmacy Update
The TAP Safety Net
by Michael V. Fusaro, Senior Pharmacist and Head of Regulatory Compliance, The Alliance Pharmacy
The heat and intense weather of the summer made for a busy July and August for Alliance HTC members. In July, Hurricane Beryl caught many areas off guard and underscored the critical importance of reliable healthcare partnerships within The Hemophilia Alliance. Beryl caused widespread communication outages, disrupting numerous healthcare services. UT Southwestern faced a significant challenge when their contract pharmacy went offline due to the storm. In such moments of crisis, ensuring patients receive their necessary medications without delay is paramount.
Fortunately, UT Southwestern had established a pharmacy service agreement with The Alliance Pharmacy (TAP), enabling them to activate the “TAP safety net.” This agreement proved essential, allowing UT Southwestern to dispense medications immediately and without interruption. The TAP safety net provides an additional layer of security for patient care, allowing member organizations to ensure seamless treatment even amidst chaos.
UT Southwestern’s experience during Hurricane Beryl is a powerful testament to the value of preparedness. By establishing a pharmacy service agreement with The Alliance Pharmacy, they navigated an unprecedented crisis with efficiency and care.
Natural Disasters are not the only obstacle that Hemophilia Treatment Centers may face. Staffing, patient travel, and licensing obstacles can often interrupt a center’s ability to put medication in the hands of a patient. The ability to dispense medication without delay is not just convenient; it is essential for the bleeding disorder patient population. The TAP safety net ensures that member organizations have additional tools to meet their patients’ needs, no matter the disruption. Your Hemophilia Alliance MCR team can answer questions and assist your center in adding the TAP Safety net as an option for your patients and ensuring the continuity of care.
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