Cooperative Connection

Your Hub for Real‑Time Pharmacy News, Education, and Strategies

Independent pharmacy moves quickly, and the Cooperative Connection brings together the updates that matter most. It delivers real‑time news on member achievements, industry developments, and the advancements shaping community pharmacy, giving owners a clear view of trends and challenges that influence daily operations.

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Government Relations Update – October 2026: Federal and State Pharmacy Issues to Watch

Checkout IPC’s latest government relations update covering federal and state legislative reforms, regulatory deadlines, and grassroots advocacy.

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Cash Corner: Bringing Clinical Trials into Community Pharmacy

Discover how community pharmacies can earn non-dispensing revenue by connecting patients with clinical trial opportunities through SiteLabs.

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How IPC Members Are Winning Back Time and Revenue with NimbleRx

Learn how IPC members use NimbleRx to streamline workflows, improve medication adherence, and generate new revenue.

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How Pharmacies Can Help During Medicare Open Enrollment 2026

Learn how pharmacies can use open enrollment to support patients, explain coverage changes, and build loyalty.

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A Smarter GLP-1 Strategy for Independent Pharmacy

Discover a smarter GLP-1 strategy that improves patient access, reimbursement, and pharmacy profit.

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IPC Member Spotlight: Bernie’s Pharmacy

Learn how Bernie's Pharmacy is carrying forward a legacy of personalized care, pharmacy education, and community service while helping shape the future of pharmacy across Alaska.

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    How Pharmacies Can Help During Medicare Open Enrollment 2026

    Learn how pharmacies can use open enrollment to support patients, explain coverage changes, and build loyalty.

  • A Smarter GLP-1 Strategy for Independent Pharmacy

    Discover a smarter GLP-1 strategy that improves patient access, reimbursement, and pharmacy profit.

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    IPC Member Spotlight: Bernie’s Pharmacy

    Learn how Bernie's Pharmacy is carrying forward a legacy of personalized care, pharmacy education, and community service while helping shape the future of pharmacy across Alaska.

  • How Liberty Drug Store Uncovered Hidden Profits Without Adding More Work

    Discover how Liberty Drug Store uncovered $31,533 in savings, recovered $4,600 in revenue, and improved patient engagement without adding more work.

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  • Marketing My Pharmacy: Writing for SEO & AEO

    Discover simple SEO and AEO strategies to improve your pharmacy's online visibility.

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Pharmacy Services

Independent pharmacies need guidance that delivers real‑world results, and that is exactly what you’ll find here. Backed by IPC’s deep expertise, these insights focus on the most effective ways to expand clinical services, navigate Medicare and regulatory changes, enhance immunization and point‑of‑care programs, optimize purchasing, and build a future‑ready pharmacy. This is industry‑defining direction that helps owners move forward with clarity, confidence, and momentum.

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    Cash Corner: Bringing Clinical Trials into Community Pharmacy

    Discover how community pharmacies can earn non-dispensing revenue by connecting patients with clinical trial opportunities through SiteLabs.

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    How IPC Members Are Winning Back Time and Revenue with NimbleRx

    Learn how IPC members use NimbleRx to streamline workflows, improve medication adherence, and generate new revenue.

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    How Pharmacies Can Help During Medicare Open Enrollment 2026

    Learn how pharmacies can use open enrollment to support patients, explain coverage changes, and build loyalty.

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    Cash Corner: Keep More of Every Transaction

    Turn everyday transactions into stronger profits with tips to reduce payment processing costs and increase checkout sales.

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Legislative Advocacy

Independent pharmacies need advocacy that creates real change, and IPC brings leadership that influences the policies shaping their future. These updates cover major PBM reform wins, key federal and state policy shifts, Medicare and regulatory developments, and new opportunities from programs like the Rural Health Transformation Program. This is the guidance that helps owners stay protected, informed, and positioned for long‑term success.

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    Government Relations Update – October 2026: Federal and State Pharmacy Issues to Watch

    Checkout IPC’s latest government relations update covering federal and state legislative reforms, regulatory deadlines, and grassroots advocacy.

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    Bring Your Legislators to Work Day

    Learn how to invite legislators to your pharmacy, discuss key industry issues, and advocate for reforms that impact your business and patients.

  • NCPA 2026 Fly-In Recap: Taking the Independent Pharmacy Message to Capitol Hill

    At the 2026 NCPA Fly‑In, independent pharmacy advocates took the fight for PBM reform, provider status, and fair reimbursement directly to Capitol Hill.

  • IPC 2026 Fly-In Update: Advancing Independent Pharmacy Priorities on Capitol Hill

    IPC’s fly‑in tackled Medicare Part D, provider status, PBM divestiture, and Medicaid reforms impacting community pharmacies.

Member Performance

Independent pharmacies need financial insight they can act on, and IPC’s Member Performance expertise delivers exactly that. These updates focus on stronger purchasing strategies, better cash flow management, and opportunities to improve margins through smart inventory and contract decisions. It is guidance built to help owners protect profitability and stay financially steady in a shifting marketplace.

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    How Liberty Drug Store Uncovered Hidden Profits Without Adding More Work

    Discover how Liberty Drug Store uncovered $31,533 in savings, recovered $4,600 in revenue, and improved patient engagement without adding more work.

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    How to Locate EQUIPP Revenue Opportunities

    Learn where to find and prioritize EQUIPP revenue opportunities, including LAMP check-ins, on-time fill bonuses, gap closure payments, and enhanced service incentives.

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    2026 Mid-Year Check In: What Should Independent Pharmacy Owners Focus on Now?

    Nick Secrest breaks down the biggest trends, questions, and opportunities independent pharmacies should be watching in the second half of 2026.

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    Every Independent Pharmacy Needs a Secondary They Can Trust

    Learn why every independent pharmacy needs a reliable secondary—and how it improves margins, flexibility, and control.

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