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What is the Best Software For Your Pharmacy on the Market Today?
Key Takeaways Pharmacy software should do more than manage prescriptions. Top contenders offer many standard features but often fall short in areas like security and cost-effectiveness. Datascan Pharmacy Software’s products stand out because they address common issues with top contenders while also offering standard features. Datascan is particularly the...
What Is the Best Retail Pharmacy Software?
The Rundown The best retail pharmacy software starts with who’s behind it. Ownership shapes everything from pricing to how you’re treated when something breaks. Real insight comes from people already using the system, not the polished marketing or PE-funded review sites. Costs only make sense when you look at what’s actually being included. Many systems...
How Hard Is It to Learn Pharmacy Software? How Can I Train My Staff?
Running an independent pharmacy today requires the right technology to keep things running smoothly. Pharmacy software has become an essential part of daily operations, handling everything from prescription processing and inventory management to billing, reporting, and patient communication. One of the first questions pharmacy owners and staff ask as...
Pharmacy Software Reliability – What Kind of Downtime Can I Expect?
When running an independent pharmacy, reliability is not optional, it’s essential. Every prescription you fill, every patient you help, and every claim you transmit depends on your pharmacy software functioning seamlessly. Downtime doesn’t just cause frustration; it disrupts patient care, decreases efficiency, and costs your pharmacy money. That’s why...
Top Features to look for in a Pharmacy Point of Sale System
When searching for the best pharmacy point of sale software there are a few key features that are an absolute must have for every independent pharmacy. Operating a small pharmacy or clinic today can be challenging, but the right technology synchronized together can make the world of a difference. Ultimately, the ability to get a POS system for your...
5 Best-Selling General Merchandise Categories at Independent Pharmacies
Most independent pharmacies stock their shelves with merchandise that is designed to help patients save time and money. Purchasing other necessities in one stop while also picking up your prescriptions is one of many conveniences offered by independent pharmacies. Often times, a unique selection of merchandise can even draw people into your pharmacy when...
Pricing Pharmacy Software: Are There Hidden Costs?
Not all pharmacy software includes the features that independent pharmacies need to succeed. Implementing a new pharmacy software system can come with additional expenses. Datascan offers an all-inclusive system with no hidden fees and award-winning support. When independent pharmacy owners begin their search for the best pharmacy software, pricing is...
Should Independent Pharmacies Offer Durable Medical Equipment?
As more patients nationwide suffer from conditions like cancer and cardiac disorders and also look to manage care at home, the need for at-home "DME", or Durable Medical Equipment, continues to rise. According to a study by Grand View Research, the market for Durable Medical Equipment was worth nearly $42 billion in 2016 and is expected to continue to...
How Much Does Pharmacy Management Software Cost?
The Cost of Pharmacy Computer Systems and Software Evaluating pharmacy software systems and figuring out how much to expect in overall costs can be complicated. Pharmacy systems vendors price differently, and virtually no two package their systems the same way. Pharmacy software systems have initial startup fees, monthly support fees, and transactional...
5 Tips on How To Increase Pharmacy Profit Without Relying on PBMs
Independent Pharmacy Tips and Tricks to Boost Profit It’s no surprise that Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) are continuously concocting methods to dig deeper into your pharmacy’s profits. As soon as independent pharmacy owners think they can defend themselves from the clawbacks, the PBMs innovate a new set of unattainable targets. These targets are...