Implementing Comprehensive Medication Management – Ingredients for Success

Authors:
Elizabeth Cook, PharmD, AE-C, BCACP, CDE
Leslie Walters, PharmD, BCACP

Reviewers:
Mary Amato, PharmD, MPH, BCPS
Nicole Slater, PharmD, BCACP

CITATION: Petska DL, Frail CK, Sorge LA, Funk KA, McClurg MTR, Sorensen TD. The practice management components needed to support comprehensive medication management in primary care clinics. J Am Coll Clin Pharm 2019;3(2):438-447. DOI: 10.1002/jac5.1181

The Problem

Pharmacists providing effective comprehensive medication management (CMM) services in interprofessional care settings can contribute to improved patient outcomes. Core components of a successful practice include a clearly articulated philosophy of practice, a systematically implemented process of care, and an effective practice management system.  Although much has been written about the first two components, less is known about what is required to create an effective practice management system.¹