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The National Pharmaceutical Council (NPC) is a health policy research organization dedicated to the advancement of good evidence and science, and to fostering an environment in the United States that supports medical innovation.
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2021 Annual Report
In 2021, NPC conducted policy-relevant research and analysis to foster evidence-based health policy discussions and decision-making. Learn more in our Annual Report.
National Pharmaceutical Council 2019 Annual Report
NPC's 2019 annual report outlines how the organization is driving discussions on some of the most complex topics in health care policy.
National Pharmaceutical Council 2018 Annual Report
2018 marked NPC’s 65th anniversary as a leader in health research and policy.
National Pharmaceutical Council 2018 Annual Report
National Pharmaceutical Council's 2018 Annual Report detailed our 65th anniversary as a leader in health policy research, celebrating a continued focus on strong research to drive conversations on…
National Pharmaceutical Council 2017 Annual Report
The National Pharmaceutical Council is a health policy research organization dedicated to the advancement of good evidence and science, and to fostering an environment in the United States that…
Optimization of Medication Use at Accountable Care Organizations
This study assesses a broad range of factors related to how accountable care organizations optimize medication use and meet financial and quality metrics.
National Pharmaceutical Council 2016 Annual Report
The National Pharmaceutical Council is a health policy research organization dedicated to the advancement of good evidence and science, and to fostering an environment in the United States that…
Improving Oncology Quality Measurement in Accountable Care: Filling Gaps with Cross-Cutting Measures
According to a study, gaps in the quality measures used by accountable care programs to assess cancer care may obscure problems in care delivery and lead to missed opportunities for improvement of…
The Central Role of Physician Leadership for Driving Change in Value-Based Care Environments
This case study analyzing accountable care organizations looks at lessons learned from the implementation of the American Medical Group Foundation’s Measure Up/Pressure Down initiative.
Using an Electronic Medication Refill System to Improve Provider Productivity in an Accountable Care Setting
This case study highlights the critical components of Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group's electronic medication refill system that allows for a centralized team to manage all incoming prescription…
National Pharmaceutical Council 2015 Annual Report
NPC had an active 2015, publishing a number of research studies and speaking at conferences about important health topics.
Solutions for Filling Gaps in Accountable Care Measure Sets
This peer-reviewed study, “Solutions for Filling Gaps in Accountable Care Measure Sets,” explores measurement gaps for high-priority conditions and identifies ways to improve measure sets.
Best Practices: An Electronic Drug Alert Program to Improve Safety in an Accountable Care Environment
This case study highlights the critical components of Marshfield Clinic’s Drug Safety Alert Program, which focuses on prioritizing and communicating safety issues related to medications with the goal…
National Pharmaceutical Council 2014 Annual Report
The 2014 Annual Report highlights NPC's research, educational and partnership activities throughout the year.
Best Practices: Improving Patient Outcomes and Costs in an ACO Through Comprehensive Medication Therapy Management
This case study explores the important role that pharmacists can play in ensuring the optimal use of pharmaceuticals and improving patient outcomes in an accountable care organization (ACO). It …
Accountable Care Measures for High-Cost Specialty Care and Innovative Treatment
This comprehensive white paper from the National Pharmaceutical Council and Discern Health identified gaps in accountable care quality measure sets for cancer, which can lead to missed opportunities…
Are ACOs Ready to Be Accountable for Medication Use?
This research examined accountable care organizations' capabilities to support, monitor and assure appropriate medication use in achieving the best patient health outcomes.
National Pharmaceutical Council 2013 Annual Report
The 2013 Annual Report highlights NPC's research, educational and partnership activities throughout the year.
National Pharmaceutical Council 2012 Annual Report
The 2012 Annual Report highlights NPC's research, educational and partnership activities throughout the year.
Role of Pharmaceuticals in Value-Based Healthcare: A Framework for Success
Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) have received a great deal of attention and press through peer-reviewed articles and news stories. In an ACO, providers have at least some financial…