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 13th Annual Pharmacy Purchasing Networking Conference (August 17 - 20, 2009 - Las Vegas, NV)

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Type: Seminar
Date(s): 08/17/09 - 08/20/09
Facility: MGM Grand
  Las Vegas , NV
Contact(s): ProCE Staff
630-540-2848
info@proce.com
Fee: No Charge!

Course Category: This activity has been designated as Knowledge-Based
 Live CE Information



13th Annual Pharmacy Purchasing Networking Conference

Program Agenda

NOTE: *** = session qualifies for Pharmacy Law CE credit(s).


Monday - August 17, 2009
  • 12:05 - 1:05 pm     Conflict & Negotiation
  • 1:10 - 2:10 pm     *** Pharmacy Buyer Preparations for a Joint Commission Inspection & Updates for 2009

Tuesday - August 18, 2009
  • 8:30 - 9:30 am     Projecting & Managing Future Drug Expenditures
  • 9:40 - 10:40 am     Pharmacy Procurement Practices Overview
  • 10:50 - 11:50 am     Managing a 340B Pharmacy to Optimize Savings in Tough Economic Times
  • 1:15 - 3:15 pm    ***  Pharmaceutical Waste & EPA Updates: New Focus, New Solutions

Wednesday - August 19, 2009
  • 9:15 - 10:15 am     *** Controlled Substance Ordering System (CSOS) – Process & Procedures
  • 1:20 - 2:20 pm     Buyer Issues of the Day
  • 2:25 - 3:25 pm     Financial Accountabilities That Translate to Upper Management
Thursday - August 20, 2009
  • 9:00 - 10:00 am     Services & Supplies to Meet USP 797 Requirements


Funding


The CE sessions at this conference have been self-funded by Summerdale Enterprises, Inc.


Faculty Disclosures


As a sponsor accredited by ACPE, it is the policy of ProCE, Inc. to ensure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor in all educational programs.  A potential for bias may exist if a continuing education faculty member is affiliated with or has a financial interest in any organization(s) that may have a direct interest in the subject matter of the presentation.  Situations involving potential bias are not inherently problematic or unethical, but the prospective audience must be made aware of the affiliation or financial interest.  It is intended that any potential bias be identified openly so that the audience is provided full disclosure of the facts and may form their own judgments about the continuing education program content.

Colleen Anderson, Carol Goularte, Pamela Hale, Chris Jewell, Rose Laskey, Kathy Pflaum, Richard Ponder Jr., Kay Potetz, Darryl Rich, and Lee Vermeulen have no relevant affiliations or financial relationships to disclose.

John Barnes reports being an employee of 340B Prime Vendor Program / Apexus, Inc.

Patricia Kienle reports being an employee and stockholder of Cardinal Health.

Charlotte A. Smith reports being an employee of WM Healthcare Solutions, Inc. and PharmEcology Services.


Please note: The opinions expressed in these programs should not be construed as those of the CE provider. The information and views are those of the faculty through clinical practice and knowledge of the professional literature. Portions of these programs may include the use of drugs for unlabeled indications. Use of drugs outside of labeling should be considered experimental and participants are advised to consult prescribing information and professional literature.


Accreditation

ProCE, Inc. is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.  ACPE Universal Activity Numbers 221-999-09-046-L04-P/T through 221-999-09-055-L04-P/T have been assigned to these live sessions (initial release date 08-17-09).  This conference is acceptable for up to 11.0 contact hours (1.10 CEUs) in states that recognize ACPE providers.  The registration fee covers the cost of CE credits.  Statements of credit can be received online at http://www.proce.com/ following each session or at the conclusion of the conference.  Participants must complete an online program evaluation for each session they attended to receive pharmacy CE credit.





 Courses Offered
 Conflict & Negotiation
Details:

Agenda
CE Presentation     12:05 p.m. - 1:05 p.m.
 

Learning Objectives

  • Identify how communication and conflict are intertwined
  • Evaluate the power of perception and its influence on relationships
  • List methods on how to reduce conflict in our relationships

Faculty

Kay Potetz, PhD
Dr. K. Kay Potetz & Associates
Lakewood, OH




ACPE - Pharmacists Accreditation
Credit Hours: 1 Expiration Date: 08/17/2010 ACPE UPN: 221-999-09-046-L04-P    
  Release Date: 08/17/2009  

ProCE, Inc. is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

ACPE - Technicians Accreditation
Credit Hours: 1 Expiration Date: 08/17/2010 ACPE UPN: 221-999-09-046-L04-T    
  Release Date: 08/17/2009  

ProCE, Inc. is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

To receive CE credit, participants must complete an online evaluation form for each session attended. After completing the evaluation, you can view, print and track your CE statements of credit online. There is no fee to participate in this activity.

 Pharmacy Buyer Preparations for a Joint Commission Inspection & Updates for 2009
Details:

Agenda
CE Presentation     1:10 p.m. - 2:10 p.m.
 

Learning Objectives

  • Describe the Joint Commission Accreditation and Certification processes including the role of periodic performance reviews (PPR’s), on-site surveys, and core measures
  • Describe the Joint Commission on-site survey process
  • Describe the Joint Commission scoring and decision process for accreditation surveys, including the Standard Improvement Initiative and Medicare Deemed Status changes for 2009
  • List the top three standards and national patient safety goals that were scored non-compliant on 2008 Joint Commission hospital surveys, the reasons why, and what is needed to be in compliance with these standards
  • List five other standards and national patient safety goals (NPSG) of particular relevance to pharmacy purchasing managers and the role of the pharmacy purchasing manager in assuring compliance to these standards/NPSG

Faculty

Darryl S. Rich, PharmD, MBA, FASHP
Surveyor
The Joint Commission
Oakbrook Terrace, IL




ACPE - Pharmacists Accreditation
Credit Hours: 1 Expiration Date: 08/17/2010 ACPE UPN: 221-999-09-047-L03-P    
  Release Date: 08/17/2009  

ProCE, Inc. is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

ACPE - Technicians Accreditation
Credit Hours: 1 Expiration Date: 08/17/2010 ACPE UPN: 221-999-09-047-L03-T    
  Release Date: 08/17/2009  

ProCE, Inc. is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

To receive CE credit, participants must complete an online evaluation form for each session attended. After completing the evaluation, you can view, print and track your CE statements of credit online. There is no fee to participate in this activity.

 Projecting & Managing Future Drug Expenditures
Details:

Agenda
CE Presentation     8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
 

Learning Objectives

  • Describe the primary drivers of increased medication expenditures in the United States (Increased volume of medication use and advancing technology)
  • Identify factors that will affect pharmaceutical expenditure patterns in 2009 and beyond
  • Identify methods necessary to monitor and measure the consequences of medication expenditures in order to discriminate between valuable investments and wasteful practices

Faculty

Lee Vermeulen, RPh, M.S., FCCP,
Director, Center for Drug Policy
University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics
Madison, WI




ACPE - Pharmacists Accreditation
Credit Hours: 1 Expiration Date: 08/18/2010 ACPE UPN: 221-999-09-048-L04-P    
  Release Date: 08/18/2009  

ProCE, Inc. is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

ACPE - Technicians Accreditation
Credit Hours: 1 Expiration Date: 08/18/2010 ACPE UPN: 221-999-09-048-L04-T    
  Release Date: 08/18/2009  

ProCE, Inc. is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

To receive CE credit, participants must complete an online evaluation form for each session attended. After completing the evaluation, you can view, print and track your CE statements of credit online. There is no fee to participate in this activity.

 Pharmacy Procurement Practices Overview
Details:

Agenda
CE Presentation     9:40 a.m. - 10:40 a.m.
 

Learning Objectives

  • Compare approaches to pharmacy procurement
  • Identify a framework to help make better cost decisions
  • Outline strategies for proactive cost management and analysis

Faculty

Richard Ponder, Jr., CPhT
Pharmacy Supply Chain Supervisor
East Jefferson General Hospital
Metaire, LA




ACPE - Pharmacists Accreditation
Credit Hours: 1 Expiration Date: 08/18/2010 ACPE UPN: 221-999-09-049-L04-P    
  Release Date: 08/18/2009  

ProCE, Inc. is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

ACPE - Technicians Accreditation
Credit Hours: 1 Expiration Date: 08/18/2010 ACPE UPN: 221-999-09-049-L04-T    
  Release Date: 08/18/2009  

ProCE, Inc. is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

To receive CE credit, participants must complete an online evaluation form for each session attended. After completing the evaluation, you can view, print and track your CE statements of credit online. There is no fee to participate in this activity.

 Managing a 340B Pharmacy to Optimize Savings in Tough Economic Times
Details:

Agenda
CE Presentation     10:50 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.
 

Learning Objectives

  • Define requirements of a hospital to participate in the 340B program
  • Identify the various pharmacy delivery models available to access 340B discounted pricing
  • Describe the role of HRSA’s Prime Vendor within the 340B Drug Pricing Program

Faculty

John Barnes
Portfolio Executive
Apexus/340B Prime Vendor Program
Irving, TX




ACPE - Pharmacists Accreditation
Credit Hours: 1 Expiration Date: 08/18/2010 ACPE UPN: 221-999-09-050-L04-P    
  Release Date: 08/18/2009  

ProCE, Inc. is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

ACPE - Technicians Accreditation
Credit Hours: 1 Expiration Date: 08/18/2010 ACPE UPN: 221-999-09-050-L04-T    
  Release Date: 08/18/2009  

ProCE, Inc. is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

To receive CE credit, participants must complete an online evaluation form for each session attended. After completing the evaluation, you can view, print and track your CE statements of credit online. There is no fee to participate in this activity.

 Pharmaceutical Waste & EPA Updates: New Focus, New Solutions
Details:

Agenda
CE Presentation     1:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
 

Learning Objectives

  • List the major components of two new EPA initiatives involving pharmaceutical waste management
  • List the six definitions of hazardous waste that apply to waste pharmaceuticals
  • Sort virtual pharmaceutical waste into the appropriate waste stream and container

Faculty

Charlotte A. Smith, R.Ph., M.S., HEM
Director, PharmEcology Services
WM Healthcare Solutions
Wauwatosa, WI




ACPE - Pharmacists Accreditation
Credit Hours: 2 Expiration Date: 08/18/2010 ACPE UPN: 221-999-09-051-L03-P    
  Release Date: 08/18/2009  

ProCE, Inc. is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

ACPE - Technicians Accreditation
Credit Hours: 2 Expiration Date: 08/18/2010 ACPE UPN: 221-999-09-051-L03-T    
  Release Date: 08/18/2009  

ProCE, Inc. is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

To receive CE credit, participants must complete an online evaluation form for each session attended. After completing the evaluation, you can view, print and track your CE statements of credit online. There is no fee to participate in this activity.

 Controlled Substance Ordering System (CSOS) – Process & Procedures
Details:

Agenda
CE Presentation     9:15 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
 

Learning Objectives

  • Review the history and an overview of CSOS
  • Outline the CSOS enrollment process
  • Describe the ordering process and the option of electronic orders
  • List advantages and challenges of the CSOS system

Faculty

Chris Jewell
Information Systems Security Officer
Drug Enforcement Administration
Arlington, VA




ACPE - Pharmacists Accreditation
Credit Hours: 1 Expiration Date: 08/19/2010 ACPE UPN: 221-999-09-052-L03-P    
  Release Date: 08/19/2009  

ProCE, Inc. is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

ACPE - Technicians Accreditation
Credit Hours: 1 Expiration Date: 08/19/2010 ACPE UPN: 221-999-09-052-L03-T    
  Release Date: 08/19/2009  

ProCE, Inc. is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

To receive CE credit, participants must complete an online evaluation form for each session attended. After completing the evaluation, you can view, print and track your CE statements of credit online. There is no fee to participate in this activity.

 Buyer Issues of the Day
Details:

Agenda
CE Presentation     1:20 p.m. - 2:20 p.m.
 

Learning Objectives

Pharmacist Learning Objectives
  • Identify the role of the pharmacist in communication of shortage and recall information
  • List the resources needed by the buyer to appropriately communicate drug recalls and shortages
  • Outline a process for the substitution of short or recalled products
Technician Learning Objectives
  • Describe effective communication strategies within the healthcare organization
  • Outline the buyer’s role in patient care related to communication with non-pharmacy staff about stock changes, process changes, etc.
  • List strategies to appropriately process and communicate drug recalls
  • List strategies to assess, prevent and resolve drug shortages

Faculty

Colleen Anderson, RN, CPhT
340B Coordinator & Pharmacy/Nursing Liaison
Catawba Valley Medical Center
Hickory, NC

Carol Goularte
Pharmacy Buyer
Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital
Grass Valley, CA

Pamela Sue Hale
Pharmacy Buyer
Mercy Eastside (Anderson & Clermont Campuses)
Mercy Hospital Anderson
Cincinnati, OH

Rose Laskey, CPhT
Material Coordinator
Sutter Medical Center
Sacramento, CA




ACPE - Pharmacists Accreditation
Credit Hours: 1 Expiration Date: 08/19/2010 ACPE UPN: 221-999-09-053-L04-P    
  Release Date: 08/19/2009  

ProCE, Inc. is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

ACPE - Technicians Accreditation
Credit Hours: 1 Expiration Date: 08/19/2010 ACPE UPN: 221-999-09-053-L04-T    
  Release Date: 08/19/2009  

ProCE, Inc. is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

To receive CE credit, participants must complete an online evaluation form for each session attended. After completing the evaluation, you can view, print and track your CE statements of credit online. There is no fee to participate in this activity.

 Financial Accountabilities That Translate to Upper Management
Details:

Agenda
CE Presentation     2:25 p.m. - 3:25 p.m.
 

Learning Objectives

  • Identify financial tracking mechanisms that translate to upper management
  • List the types of data used in financial tracking
  • Outline appropriate sources of data for financial tracking

Faculty

Kathy Pflaum
Inventory Control Coordinator
St. Francis Health Center
Topeka, KS




ACPE - Pharmacists Accreditation
Credit Hours: 1 Expiration Date: 08/19/2010 ACPE UPN: 221-999-09-054-L04-P    
  Release Date: 08/19/2009  

ProCE, Inc. is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

ACPE - Technicians Accreditation
Credit Hours: 1 Expiration Date: 08/19/2010 ACPE UPN: 221-999-09-054-L04-T    
  Release Date: 08/19/2009  

ProCE, Inc. is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

To receive CE credit, participants must complete an online evaluation form for each session attended. After completing the evaluation, you can view, print and track your CE statements of credit online. There is no fee to participate in this activity.

 Services & Supplies to Meet USP 797 Requirements
Details:

Agenda
CE Presentation     9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
 

Learning Objectives

  • List garb requirements of USP <797>
  • List areas that must be tested for ISO air quality
  • Define the temperature storage requirements for media-fill kits
  • Select appropriate containers for extemporaneous sterile compounds

Faculty

Patricia C. Kienle, RPh, MPA, FASHP
Director, Accreditation and Medication Safety
Cardinal Health Pharmacy Solutions
Laflin, PA




ACPE - Pharmacists Accreditation
Credit Hours: 1 Expiration Date: 08/20/2010 ACPE UPN: 221-999-09-055-L04-P    
  Release Date: 08/20/2009  

ProCE, Inc. is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

ACPE - Technicians Accreditation
Credit Hours: 1 Expiration Date: 08/20/2010 ACPE UPN: 221-999-09-055-L04-T    
  Release Date: 08/20/2009  

ProCE, Inc. is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

To receive CE credit, participants must complete an online evaluation form for each session attended. After completing the evaluation, you can view, print and track your CE statements of credit online. There is no fee to participate in this activity.


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