Introduction

As pharmacists, most of us enter the profession because of a desire to help patients. This mission is exemplified through the practice of medication therapy management (MTM) services. There are a variety of services that pharmacists can offer to help patients better understand their medications and disease states. It is essential to realize that MTM services have different meanings in various health-care groups and can mean evaluation of patient-specific medications, disease-specific management, or a mixture of the two. Generally, reimbursement from insurance companies for MTM is only for face-to-face sessions and telephone consults. In the future, hopefully, reimbursement for telehealth services will emerge. To provide MTM services, one must be aware of the people involved, the barriers, and important financial considerations to grow a successful business.

Contents

Chapter 1 Practical Aspects of Service Implementation 1
Chapter 2 Documentation 15
Chapter 3 Counseling and Motivational Interviewing 29
Chapter 4 Medication Therapy Management 49
Chapter 5 Asthma 63
Chapter 6 Immunization Services 97
Chapter 7 Nonprescription and Self-Care 131
Chapter 8 Lipid Disorders 143
Chapter 9 Smoking Cessation 161
Chapter 10 Anticoagulation Services 197
Chapter 11 Diabetes 223
Chapter 12 Hypertension 253
Chapter 13 Osteoporosis 277
Chapter 14 Obesity—Weight Management Services 299

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