Retrospective analysis of billing at a standalone medication therapy management clinic.

Purpose: Results of a study comparing reimbursement for medication therapy management (MTM) services with a resource-based relative value scale (RBRVS) versus a time-based billing model are reported.

Methods: Reimbursement claims for MTM services provided by a standalone clinic during a 6.5-year period were reviewed.

Pharmacist Impact on Ischemic Stroke Care in the Emergency Department.

Background: The Froedtert Acute Stroke Team (FAST) is composed of various health professionals who respond to stroke calls, but it does not formally include a pharmacist at this time. However, emergency department (ED) pharmacists have been actively involved in patient evaluation and facilitation of i.v.