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SoftWriters StatimRx Partnership
July 17, 2025

SoftWriters StatimRx Partnership

PITTSBURGH, PA – July 17, 2025 – SoftWriters, the leading provider of pharmacy management software for long-term care (LTC) pharmacies, is proud to announce a new integration between the FrameworkLTC product suite and StatimRx’s logistics platform, enabling real-time delivery data exchange and increased delivery management options across the medication fulfillment lifecycle.
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Why Efficient Inventory Management is Crucial for Your LTC Pharmacy

Why Efficient Inventory Management is Crucial for Your LTC Pharmacy

In long-term care (LTC) pharmacy, pharmacies hold a high volume of medications, which also carry high inventory costs. The efficiency of your back-end operations, particularly inventory management, plays a silent but significant role in your financial health and overall success. Are you fully aware of the hidden costs that inefficient inventory practices might be inflicting on your bottom line? In this article, we'll delve into some key metrics that underscore the critical importance of effective inventory management in your unique setting and review some practices you can consider implementing today to improve your approach to inventory management in the pharmacy:
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Switching LTC Pharmacy Software: Everything You Need to Know
June 17, 2025

Switching LTC Pharmacy Software: Everything You Need to Know

Technology is a must-have in the pharmacy industry today. Automation empowers pharmacies to work more efficiently, provide better service for their customers, and identify new opportunities to optimize and scale their business over time.
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6 Tips for Building Strong Relationships with LTC Facility Partners
April 15, 2025

6 Tips for Building Strong Relationships with LTC Facility Partners

Long-term care (LTC) pharmacies do more than dispense medications. They are critical in ensuring seamless care, reducing administrative burdens, and helping facilities stay compliant. But strong partnerships don’t happen automatically; they require open communication, reliable service, and a deep understanding of facility workflows.
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Compliance Checklist: Ensuring Your LTC Pharmacy Meets Regulatory Standards
April 7, 2025

Compliance Checklist: Ensuring Your LTC Pharmacy Meets Regulatory Standards

Compliance is the foundation of safe, effective pharmacy operations in long-term care (LTC) settings. The regulatory landscape is complex, with strict oversight designed to protect patients and ensure proper medication management. Failure to comply can lead to severe consequences—fines, legal action, reputational damage, and (most importantly) harm to residents who rely on accurate and timely medication delivery.
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Medication Management 101: Best Practices for LTC Pharmacies
March 31, 2025

Medication Management 101: Best Practices for LTC Pharmacies

Effective medication management is a must for LTC pharmacies—ensuring patient safety and regulatory compliance and fostering strong partnerships with facility staff. That said, achieving this level of precision can be challenging without a clear strategy and the right tools. LTC pharmacies can streamline workflows and deliver superior care by integrating technology, automation, and best practices.
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Leveraging a Remote Workforce in LTC Pharmacy
March 24, 2025

Leveraging a Remote Workforce in LTC Pharmacy

The shift to remote work in long-term care (LTC) pharmacies has gained momentum in recent years—and it’s not slowing down. Remote roles are still on the rise, offering pharmacies new ways to enhance efficiency, improve quality, and attract top talent.
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The Ins and Outs of LTC Pharmacy Delivery Services
February 26, 2025

The Ins and Outs of LTC Pharmacy Delivery Services

Medication delivery in long-term care (LTC) settings isn’t just about getting prescriptions from point A to point B—it’s also about ensuring efficiency, compliance, and patient safety. However, LTC pharmacies face a number of challenges—from logistical hurdles and security concerns to facility-specific requirements—that can impede delivery workflows. Success requires strategic planning, strong communication, and the right technology.
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