The LTC Innovation Blog

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.

Effective inventory management isn’t just a nice-to-have for long-term care (LTC) pharmacies—it’s mission-critical, directly impacting patient care quality, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance. Despite its importance, 64 percent of LTC pharmacies rated their inventory management efficiency at just 6 out of 10 or lower, indicating substantial room for improvement.

The 2025 MHA & Navigator Business Summit is right around the corner, promising another exceptional opportunity to connect, learn, and drive success in the post-acute care and senior living industries.

The Pittsburgh Technology Council's "Beyond Big Data: AI/Machine Learning Summit" on February 12, 2025, brought together innovative minds to exchange ideas and explore the future of AI implementation across various technology businesses.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) added new requirements in 2025 as part of the Medicare Prescription Payment Plan, a new program part of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). Read below as we share the latest on these requirements and what we know for now as we monitor this evolving new regulation and its enforcement as it impacts Long-Term Care (LTC) pharmacies.

The Integration Enhances Controlled Substance Compliance for LTC Pharmacies SoftWriters is proud to announce a strategic integration between FrameworkLTC and C2 Keep, a leading cloud-based solution for controlled substance compliance and inventory management.

Theresa (Terry) Dean, Director of Product Operations and Execution at SoftWriters, is no stranger to pushing boundaries in the tech world. Her recent participation in the Generative AI Pioneer Program is a testament to her commitment to innovation, learning, and collaboration. This program, spearheaded by GenAI.works, allowed Dean to test and shape a new AI platform while contributing to the global AI community.

Data has transformed long-term care (LTC) pharmacy by offering powerful tools for enhancing patient care and streamlining daily operations. With access to real-time insights, LTC pharmacies can fine-tune medication management, optimize processes, and ensure regulatory compliance—all of which contribute to better health outcomes.