The power of personalized medication management — that’s the topic of Pharmacy Technology & Management Review's Maggie Lockwood's interview with Hammad Shah, R.Ph., CEO of Clarest Health. A pharmacist by trade, Hammad explains the technology-driven platform using sophisticated algorithms to streamline the medication process, improve accuracy, and enhance patient safety and outcomes. This continues Clarest's mission to deliver high-quality, personalized medication management to patients in long-term care settings.
In his interview, Hammad goes into detail on:
- The challenges of traditional pharmacy models in addressing complex patient needs.
- The role of pharmacists in providing comprehensive care beyond medication dispensing.
- The potential of medication therapy management (MTM) to reduce healthcare costs through improved medication adherence and reduced hospitalizations.
- The importance of evidence-based guidelines in informing MTM practices.
- The future of MTM and the role of technology in delivering personalized care.
Some key takeaways:
- Clarest Health focuses on high-risk patients with multiple medications and complex health issues. They go beyond dispensing medication to ensure patients are on the right therapy, adhering to it, and achieving optimal health outcomes.
- Personalized care planning is achieved by combining claims data, medical diagnoses, patient interviews, and OTC medication use. Algorithms identify medication-related problems and guide pharmacists in developing a plan with the patient and their providers.
- Technology is crucial for scaling personalized care. Clarest Health leverages a combination of software, algorithms, and pharmacist expertise to ensure consistent, evidence-based care for all patients.
- Benefits of Clarest Health's approach include:
- Improved medication adherence
- Reduced hospitalizations and healthcare costs
- Better patient outcomes
- Standardized care across different pharmacies and care settings
- The future of medication therapy management lies in effective care coordination across the healthcare landscape. Clarest Health positions itself as a valuable partner for payers by providing real-time data and proactive patient engagement, leading to better outcomes and cost savings.
- Social determinants of health will be a growing focus in pharmacy. Clarest Health recognizes the impact of factors like income and housing on medication adherence and aims to address these issues within their programs.
The interview highlights the potential of technology-driven personalized medication management to improve patient care, reduce costs, and create a more efficient healthcare system. Click here to learn more about Clarest. Clarest's mission: To provide personalized care and improve medication adherence for patients, especially those with complex health conditions.