Missouri Pharmacy Association

10/30/2026

New Labor Department regulation will require pharmacy-benefit managers to disclose information to employers.

New Labor Department regulation will require pharmacy-benefit managers to disclose information to employers.

10/29/2026

Your chance to be heard is now! Join NCPA Staff and pharmacy owner and NCPA Vice President Brian Hose to learn more about the opportunity to respond to CMS' request for information on reasonable and relevant contract terms.

Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_QuGpmf4vTyil-OtDMzdQiQ #/registration

10/24/2026

UMKC School of Pharmacy Faculty and Past President/Member Receives 2026 Spark Prize

UMKC School of Pharmacy has announced that Heather Lyons-Burney, clinical associate professor and assistant director of experiential learning, is a recipient of the 2026 Spark Prize.

Lyons-Burney was one of six recipients selected by the Missouri Foundation for Health to receive $200,000 in unrestricted funding. The award recognizes her work in establishing a charitable primary care clinic in Branson and developing My Neighbor’s Charitable Pharmacy in Springfield.

Her efforts are helping expand access to essential health care services and prescription medications for underserved Missourians.

Congratulations to Heather on this well-deserved recognition and for her continued commitment to improving health care access in !

10/23/2026

member, Tim Mitchell talks flu myths and facts:

https://www.fourstateshomepage.com/video/tiffany-talks-flu-season/12289929/?fbclid=IwY2xjawVITh5leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBwZG9mBWJyaWQRMVdWMVJIalEwcG9IdnY4MmNzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeG9owi6FpTr5tkVqi5UpSCex-g8TTiGD55-YLUrK2_G-VLSaTCO_93QWKbtE_aem_5k37Qe993G1MW8X3gfLLHQ

Tiffany speaks with two pharmacists, Tim Mitchell and Brian Caswell, about flu myths and facts.

10/22/2026

Respond to CMS’ RFI to Change the Part D Payment Model!

As you are aware, CMS recently released its long-awaited request for information (RFI) regarding Part D reasonable and relevant contract terms. CMS is seeking public comment, and we need all independent pharmacy owners, regardless of practice setting, to submit comments.

NCPA is making it easy for you to make your voice heard and offer recommendations on provisions CMS should require in Part D contracts. Click BELOW to submit your comments. Please note, there are several items in the first paragraph that require your personalization prior to submission. Please be sure to include your information. If necessary, this information can be obtained from your PSAO or pharmacy management system vendor.

TAKE ACTION HERE:

Stay informed on key pharmacy legislation and take action to support independent pharmacies. Join NCPA's advocacy efforts and protect your practice today.

10/22/2026

Congress has a limited window to include the Main Street Pharmacy Access Act in a year-end package. Take 2 minutes now to use APhA’s Advocacy Action Center and tell your lawmakers: Let's get this done this year!

Contact Congress through APhA’s Advocacy Action Center: https://aphanet.quorum.us/campaign/57453/?utm_source=MarketingCloud&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=APhA+Today+10-21-26&utm_content=APhA+Today+10-21-26

10/20/2026

Happy National Day!

Today, celebrates the hardworking pharmacy technicians who play a vital role in and keeping pharmacies running smoothly. Your dedication, expertise, and commitment to patient safety make a lasting impact on patients and communities across .

Thank you for all you do to support pharmacists, patients, and the pharmacy profession. We appreciate you today and every day!

10/08/2026

Christian Tadrus, PharmD, of Moberly, Mo., was installed as 2026-2027 NCPA president by our House of Delegates this morning at in Kansas City, Mo. The House of Delegates also elected Brian Hose of Sharpsburg, Md., to be the newest association officer. Congratulations, Christian and Brian!

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4jFfmt9

10/08/2026

During the month of September, had the pleasure of welcoming Hailey Oesch, a UMKC School of Pharmacy student, for her rotation!

It was a joy having Hailey with us, and we truly appreciate the time she spent with our team. We wish her all the best as she continues her journey!

10/06/2026

Plan your 2027 Advertising now!

View the 2027 MPA Media Kit and contact [email protected] to reserve your space.

Our next issue goes out in November! Want to run a last-minute ad? Contact us ASAP!

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