Arkansas Pharmacists Association
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APA's Government Affairs Committee considers issues related to the profession of pharmacy and the public including developing, evaluating, and monitoring legislation, regulation, or other political activities affecting pharmacy. The Committee also considers issues pertaining to any person, company, or organization involved as a third party entity affecting the profession of pharmacy such as: Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs), Drug Manufacturers, Third Party Administrators (TPAs), Consultants and Government Programs.
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Committee Member
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Position
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Rodney Richmond
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Chair
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Josh Bright
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Member
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Christina Drummond
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Member
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Blake Johnson
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Member
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Duane Jones
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Member
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Randy Kassissieh
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Member
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Bhekimpilo Mthongana
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Member
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Richard Pennington
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Member
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Eric Shelley
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Member
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Tyler Staten
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Member
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Mike Stover
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Member
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Philip Way
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Member
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Robert Woolsey
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Member
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Ed Pat Wright
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Member
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Harding Student Representative
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Philip Deer
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UAMS Student Representative
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Stephen Carroll
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Executive Committee Liaison
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Clint Boone
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Board of Directors Liaison
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Debra Wolfe
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Staff Liaison
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John Vinson
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Staff Liaison
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Welcome to the Arkansas Pharmacists Association!
The Arkansas Pharmacists Association (APA), founded in 1882, is the statewide professional association representing approximately 2,300 pharmacists in Arkansas. APA strives to further the professional advancement of pharmacists, advocate the value of pharmacy, and safeguard the health and well-being of every Arkansan. Its mission is to advance a professional and business environment for Arkansas pharmacists to be successful and fulfilled in serving patients.
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Special thanks to our business partners:
These Partners provide financial support to the APA.
Their support enables the APA to be a strong voice for pharmacy in Arkansas.
   
  
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In membership organizations, the board of directors is charged with governance. Directors are expected to fulfill their fiduciary duties in representing the profession and advancing the mission. Serving on the APA Board of Directors will involve duties such as determining the organization’s mission and purposes, supporting the CEO, ensuring effective organizational planning and adequate resources, and determining, monitoring, and strengthening programs and services, in addition to other duties.
Below are links to the biographical information for candidates running for APA Region 1 Representative. Voting begins May 16 and will continue until May 22.
Region 1 Representative
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Don't miss out on the opportunity to attend the Arkansas Pharmacists Association's Regional Meetings throughout Arkansas.
Register before September 2nd for $75 or $115 the 2nd and later.
Additionally, these meetings typically offer 2.0 hours of live continuing education!
Click Here To Register!
Click Here To Register! |
MAC and PBM Audit Bills
Act 1194 of the 89th General Assembly addresses issues surrounding Maximum Allowable Cost (MAC) payments. In addition, the 88th General Assembly in 2011 passed Act 517, the Pharmacy Audit Bill of Rights. This bill provides a number of audit protections. Click here to view details on both bills.
Find Your Legislator
Contacting your state legislators is an important way to be heard.
To find your state senator, click here and to find your state representative, click here. |
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