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The latest information about changes in pharmacy practice in Alberta.
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Cooperating with a college investigation or insurer audit is a must

June 25, 2024

Lessons learned: Lack of cooperation costs a regulated member their practice permit.

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Pharmacy professionals are always pharmacy professionals

May 28, 2024

Lessons learned: improper conduct outside of the pharmacy could still be unprofessional conduct.

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Providing professional services to family is only appropriate in exceptional circumstances

March 5, 2024

Lessons Learned: additionally, original prescriptions must be obtained prior to dispensing.

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Professional declarations: you’re responsible

January 24, 2024

Lessons Learned: regulated members must carry professional liability insurance and meet all requirements for authorizations.

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Health information must only be accessed for authorized purposes

October 4, 2023

Lessons Learned: misuse of authority to access health information is unprofessional conduct.

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Professional declarations: it’s up to you

September 6, 2023

Lessons Learned: regulated members must carry professional liability insurance to practise.

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Licensees must ensure compliance with standards and third-party agreements

March 22, 2023

Lessons Learned: prescribing for yourself or family members is not permitted unless specific circumstances are met.

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Unregulated pharmacy team members must not be left alone

January 25, 2023

Lessons Learned: proprietors and licensees must not allow their pharmacy to be open without a pharmacist present.

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Licensees: false assumptions about claim eligibility could be costly

November 16, 2022

Lessons Learned: Claims to third-party insurers must be honest and accurate.

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Professional declarations: confirm before you click

June 15, 2022

Lessons Learned: registrants must ensure declarations are accurate and will be maintained.

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