ALF Medication Reviews
Legacy Pharmacy’s Licensed Consultant Pharmacists perform New Admission/Readmission Drug Regimen Reviews to enhance ALF care and optimize resources. We prevent medication errors with detailed reports and timely communication of significant issues. Our services ensure seamless medication management, and our clear recommendations support MDS coordinators, Medical Directors, and healthcare professionals, reflecting our commitment to senior care excellence.
How does Legacy Pharmacy provide Value to your ALF?
If you work in an Assisted Living Facility (ALF) or long-term care facility, regular visits from your consultant pharmacist are essential. Here’s a brief overview of how Legacy Pharmacy’s licensed consultant pharmacists focus on senior care facilities and why they are invaluable resources.
The Medication Regimen Review
A consultant pharmacist reviews each patient’s medication regimen for appropriateness, dosage, and diagnosis, addressing adverse events and drug interactions. They assess monitoring parameters, treatment goals, and conduct risk-benefit analyses, especially for high-risk medications with Beers Criteria or FDA Black Box Warnings. .
Reviewing Newly Admitted, Short-Stay, or Patients with Changed Conditions
Florida’s AHCA requires licensed consultant pharmacists to review medication regimens for new admissions, short-stay patients, and those with acute condition changes. Legacy Pharmacy can help evaluate your ALF’s policies for these reviews and ensure clear communication with your consultant pharmacist. If your process falls short, consider partnering with Legacy Pharmacy to improve compliance and reduce facility risk.
Regulatory Compliance
Preparation for audits is continuous, with consultant pharmacists using site visits as practice runs to ensure regulatory compliance and patient safety. Proper documentation and confirmation of clinical approaches are crucial. By prioritizing patient well-being and addressing regulatory issues, positive outcomes and successful survey results are achieved.
Progress Notes
The findings from the comprehensive review conducted by the consultant pharmacist are documented in a progress note. These notes, tailored to each patient, highlight key issues addressed during the medication regimen review. Progress notes also serve to document any irregularities found and to track gradual dose reductions for psychotropic medications.
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