Keystone Pharmacy Purchasing Alliance, Inc

09/11/2026

08/28/2026

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Federal law doesn’t prevent Arkansas from enforcing a rule requiring pharmacy benefit managers to include dispensing fees in their reimbursements to pharmacies for prescription drugs, an appeals court has ruled. A three-judge panel of the 7th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on Wednesday upheld a fed...

08/25/2026

Total Pharmacy and Drug Topics are pleased to invite you to the Total Pharmacy Solutions Summit Fall 2026 on Saturday, September 19, from 9:00 AM–3:00 PM EDT.

This live virtual event, titled Patient First: Delivering Value with Clinical & Preventive Services, is designed for community and independent pharmacists and offers 2.0 hours of free CE credit.

Link to register and/or learn more:

This full-day virtual event will focus on implementing and scaling patient services like immunizations, POC testing, and chronic care support while also delivering expert-led strategies and actionable business insights tailored to the realities of community and independent pharmacy.

08/12/2026

The Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) recognizes the role of small dispensers in the drug supply chain. Learn more.

08/09/2026

If you're evaluating new wholesale options following the announced closure of Smith Drug Company, Keystone Pharmacy Purchasing Alliance is here to help.



Our team can help you compare wholesalers, negotiate stronger agreements, and navigate a smooth transition.

Get started:

Keystone drives independent pharmacy success through expert contracting and ongoing dedicated support, keeping members relevant, compliant, and profitable.

08/03/2026

If you're evaluating new wholesale options following the announced closure of Smith Drug Company, Keystone Pharmacy Purchasing Alliance is here to help.



Our team can help you compare wholesalers, negotiate stronger agreements, and navigate a smooth transition.

Get started:

Keystone and PARD join forces to support independent pharmacies through strategic services, advocacy, and collective strength.

07/22/2026

Breaking News: The Pharmacists Fight Back Act passes 40-2 and moves out of the Oversight Committee and on to the full House.

06/12/2026

Most people never see how pharmacies are actually paid—but it’s one of the most important parts of healthcare access.

Pharmacies are reimbursed by insurance companies and pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs). In many cases, that reimbursement is lower than the cost of the medication itself.

That means pharmacies are expected to:

Dispense safely
Counsel patients
Manage shortages
Provide service and support

…all while losing money on the prescription.

Fair reimbursement isn’t about profit—it’s about sustainability.

Because when pharmacies can’t stay open, patients lose access to care.