PQA is developing a national recognition program for pharmacies that consistently deliver high-quality care and demonstrate readiness for value-based arrangements. This program is the focus of the 2026 PQA Leadership Summit, November 5-6, at the Renaissance Arlington Capital View Hotel in Arlington, Va. Save the date and make sure your organization is represented.
Immediately preceding the summit, a PQA Workshop: Using the PQA Medication Therapy Problem Categories Framework in Practice takes place on November 5, from 9:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. ET. This in-person educational program features interactive instruction, case-based learning, and facilitated discussion on applying the PQA Medication Therapy Problem Categories Framework in practice. Learn more about the summit and workshop
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We also highlight our members’ perspectives on data, medication access and healthcare gaps. If you have news you’d like for us to spotlight in an upcoming Five For Friday, send us an email!
— Lynn Pezzullo, RPh, CPEHR, CPHQ, PQA Vice President, Quality Innovation
Leveraging Data to Transform Anticoagulation Management
The Anticoagulation Forum’s Darren Triller explores system-level solutions over individual clinical effort, introducing the ADAPT framework—5 high-priority areas where pharmacists can drive measurable improvements in patient outcomes. Population health dashboards are enabling pharmacists to manage tens of thousands of anticoagulated patients, flag those most at risk, and deliver interventions backed by clinical outcome data.
Asking Patients About Medication Access
National patient survey finds cost confusion, prior authorization delays can derail care, but technology can unlock price transparency and improve access. Surescripts has released a new report, finding that 56% of patients face challenges accessing prescriptions, with cost, delays and prior authorizations cited as key barriers.
Filling Healthcare Gaps
Walmart Kevin Host’s discusses the retailer’s role filling healthcare gaps in the communities it serves. Host said the retailer’s large footprint – in urban and rural areas – make it uniquely qualified to address many of the issues that consumers face, including access and affordability. “In some of those communities, we’re not only the only pharmacy, but we may be the only healthcare providers that are within an hour or two of those communities.”
Save the Date for the PQA Leadership Summit and Special Workshop
The 2026 PQA Leadership Summit will explore the services, activities and approaches to patient care that indicate a high-performing pharmacy. Join us to learn what recognition will look like and its benefits for pharmacies, health plans, technology vendors and all stakeholders that value high-quality pharmacy services.
The pre-meeting PQA Workshop: Using the PQA Medication Therapy Problem Categories Framework in Practice will help pharmacists apply a common approach to documenting and addressing medication-related needs within medication management services.
Registration for both events will open in late July. Sponsorship opportunities are available for both events. Visit the Sponsorship Opportunities page to learn how you can support PQA and increase your organization’s visibility and impact.
Your Next Engagement Opportunities
Network, Learn and Collaborate with PQA
- Join us for Medicare Part D Stars: Legal Actions, Recalculations and Impact on Quality Medication Use on July 23, 1-2 p.m. ET. This member-only webinar will explain the litigation and legal landscape surrounding Clover Insurance Company v. Department of Health and Human Services et al. Register today!
- Join us for the 3rd Quarter PQA Member Webinar on July 29, 1-2 p.m. ET.
- PQA Member Webinars share current quality measurement and research updates with members. This webinar will feature updates on PQA projects, commonly asked questions and engagement opportunities for members. Learn more
- Save the date for the 2026 PQA Leadership Summit, November 5-6, in Arlington, Va.
- The summit convenes thought leaders, key decision makers, and quality stakeholders and is an invitation-only event. PQA will also host a pre-meeting workshop.