COPD Foundation and DirectRx Partner to Provide Enhanced Pharmaceutical Care for People with Chronic Respiratory Diseases
MIAMI & Troy, Mich. (September 19, 2024) - The COPD Foundation has renewed an ongoing partnership with DirectRx, an independent specialty pharmacy recognized for its dual accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care and the Utilization Review Accreditation Commission. This collaboration aims to enhance access to personalized pharmaceutical care for individuals with chronic respiratory diseases, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Chronic respiratory diseases, such as COPD, bronchiectasis and nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) lung disease, affect millions worldwide, requiring ongoing medication management to control symptoms and improve quality of life. Specialty pharmacies, like DirectRx, offer specialized care to patients with respiratory disease that goes beyond standard pharmacy services.
These pharmacies have dedicated teams that help navigate insurance, find financial assistance and provide education on medication management, which is important for patients with chronic conditions like COPD. By focusing on the specific needs of respiratory patients, specialty pharmacies help ensure medication adherence, reduce exacerbations and improve overall health outcomes.
"The personalized care and guidance specialty pharmacies offer to people with COPD and other chronic respiratory diseases plays an important role in improving health outcomes," said Jean Wright, M.D., MBA, CEO of the COPD Foundation. "The COPD Foundation is proud to continue our partnership with DirectRx as we both recognize the importance of education and research to enable people with chronic respiratory diseases to live their best life."
DirectRx provides comprehensive and timely care through a dedicated team that thoroughly reviews patient insurance options and collaborates with copay assistance programs to minimize out-of-pocket costs for medications. The company's dedication to personalized service ensures each patient receives the appropriate support to manage their respiratory conditions effectively. Since its founding in 1985 as a mail-order pharmacy, DirectRx has expanded its services across all 50 states, utilizing technology to engage with patients, customize workflow, and manage patient data effectively. As a telephonic pharmacy, DirectRx leverages data analytics to optimize patient interactions and ensure high-quality care.
"At DirectRx, we focus on creating compassionate connections through our patient demographic in the respiratory space," said Amanda Berishaj, PharmD, Vice President of Clinical Services at DirectRx. "Our commitment to improving the lives of individuals with COPD drives our mission to get better. We are excited to continue our partnership with the COPD Foundation and work together to advance care and support for the COPD community."
For more information about the COPD Foundation, visit copdfoundation.org. For more information about DirectRx, visit DirectRx.com.
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About the COPD Foundation
The COPD Foundation is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to help millions of people live longer and healthier lives by advancing research, advocacy, and awareness to stop COPD, bronchiectasis, and NTM lung disease. The Foundation does this through scientific research, education, advocacy, and awareness to prevent disease, slow progression, and find a cure. For more information, visit copdfoundation.org, or follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn.
About DirectRx
DirectRx, an independent specialty pharmacy with dual accreditation from both ACHC and URAC, provides patients with unparalleled, personalized pharmaceutical care. The company operates in 50 states. Investments in technology help to provide clients with accurate, timely orders. www.DirectRx.com
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