Avella Specialty Pharmacy

Avella Specialty Pharmacy products

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• Accreditations – Recognized as a national specialty pharmacy with quality certifications (e.g., URAC).

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• Blog & Insights – Offers educational content on specialty pharmacy topics like complex therapies, adherence, and healthcare trends.

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• Clinical Expertise – Specialty-trained pharmacists provide in-depth medication consultations and care coordination.

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• Disease Areas – Services span oncology, HIV/AIDS, fertility, gastroenterology, rheumatology, ophthalmology, dermatology, urology, multiple sclerosis, hepatitis, Crohn’s disease, and transplant care.

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• Education Support – Provides patient and provider education on medication usage, adherence, and side-effects management.

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• Financial Assistance Programs – Helps patients navigate manufacturer copay, nonprofit funding, and insurance coverage.

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• Geographic Reach – Headquartered in Phoenix, AZ, with facilities across eight U.S. states and national distribution capabilities.

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• History & Leadership – Founded in 1996 (formerly The Apothecary Shops); Rebecca Shanahan serves as CEO.

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• Innovative Technology – Features include a mobile app for refills and reminders, plus a provider portal for clinical data access.

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• Key Recognition – Named Specialty Pharmacy of the Year by industry bodies and featured repeatedly in Inc. 5000 fastest-growing list.

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• Limited Distribution Drugs (LDDs) – Authorized to dispense LDDs that require specialized handling and monitoring.

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• Medication Adherence Programs – Implements reminder systems, smart tools, and clinical support to improve adherence.

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• Nationwide Services – Offers both retail locations and home delivery across the U.S., including specialized handling.

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• Outsourcing Facility Network – Expanded by acquiring Advanced Pharma to bolster sterile compounding services.

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• Prior Authorization Management – Streamlines prior authorizations on behalf of providers with clinical and payer support teams.

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• Quality-Driven Practices – Maintains high standards in pharmacy operations and patient care.

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• Recall & Safety Response – Previously issued a voluntary recall for suspect sterile products, demonstrating commitment to safety.

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• Specialty Care Coordinators – Offers dedicated case managers to support patients through complex therapy regimens.

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• Technology Tools – Provides digital “portal” and text-based tools for patient-provider engagement and medication management.

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• Uncompromising Care Focus – Prioritizes personalized and continuous support for complex disease management.

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• Virtual Accessibility – Ensures 24/7 clinical staff availability and telephonic or digital support pathways.

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• Workflow Efficiency – Efficient turnaround on authorizations and distribution to reduce treatment delays.