Pharmacy GPO & Buying Group for Community Pharmacy
IPC… Giving you the Freedom to Pharm Since 1983!
What’s Holding your Pharmacy Back from Reaching its Full Potential?
Imagine running a business where you’re not just filling prescriptions but are a lifeline to your community. You’re the trusted face behind the counter, the one who knows your customers by name, and the one they turn to for care and advice.
You need a partner who understands your challenges, amplifies your opportunities, and helps you thrive in an ever-changing industry. That’s where IPC comes in.
At IPC, we’re more than just a buying group—we’re a member-owned cooperative dedicated to empowering independent pharmacies like yours. More than 2,000 members trust IPC to drive their success. Everything we do is to make your pharmacy more profitable (reduce costs and increase revenue/profit) and secure your position as a healthcare provider.
Your Pharmacy.
Your Community.
Our Support.
IPC as Your Pharmacy GPO and Buying Group
We provide the tools, resources, and support you need to succeed.
Pharmacy Select
As the industry’s premier backup contract, Pharmacy Select gives you access to brand and generic drugs which count towards your GCR & GPR with an average savings of 8% on your total generic drug spend.
For a pharmacy with $4 million in annual revenue, this translates to $50,000 in yearly savings!
Compliance Solutions
Meeting your GCR can mean thousands of dollars to your pharmacy. IPC is dedicated to helping you reach your purchasing compliance with several purchasing compliance solutions. We help you create a winning purchasing strategy and offer tools for you to manage your purchases on a regular basis.
Pharmacy Services & Business Consulting
Our expert consultants, with decades of real-world pharmacy experience, empower you with tailored solutions to navigate the changes in pharmacy.
How We Do It:
- Expanding Clinical Programs – Attract new patients and enhance financial stability.
- Business Development – Identify new opportunities, expand reach and build success.
- Optimizing Operations – Reduce waste, improve service and increase profits.
Government Relations
IPC monitors legislation at the Federal, State and Local level so you don’t have to. We amplify your voice to let politicians know that what they do affects your business and make sure your voice is heard. From fighting for fair reimbursement rates, addressing DIR fee reform and PBM transparency, we work to create a level playing field for your pharmacy. With IPC, you’re not just a pharmacy owner—you’re part of a collective force shaping the future of our industry.
Digital Health
Grow profits while expanding your business. With the iCare+ platform, you can take the lead and be in control of your own destiny. Innovative tools to modernize your practice and enhance patient care.
iCare+ gives you access to:
- Telehealth:
Virtually connect your patients with U.S. Board Certified Medical Providers specializing in non-emergent care. - Telemedicine:
Get your patients treated by medical providers specializing in general medicine, dermatology, ophthalmology and more. - Remote Patient Monitoring:
Expand beyond prescription filling and help patients keep a close eye on patient health outcomes. - Prescription Savings:
With ScriptPass, patients can save on their prescriptions, increase adherence and help your pharmacy meet performance measures.
With new programs coming online all the time, iCare+ can truly help your pharmacy become a community health destination.
Celebrations
Opening a new store? Celebrating a milestone anniversary? IPC recognizes and celebrates these amazing achievements and wants to help you celebrate with event support through the IPC Celebrations program. We will provide you with customer giveaways, raffle prize, promotional assets and more.
Pharmacy Newsletter
The Dose, Webinars & CEs
Keeping up with all the changes in the industry can be overwhelming. IPC provides ongoing education, training and a weekly newsletter to keep you informed and empowered.
Warehouse Solutions
Over 7,000 stores trust IPC as their secondary wholesaler, our warehouse offerings are designed to make your life easier.
DSCSA
The Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) requires the pharmaceutical supply chain to protect patients from counterfeit or harmful drugs. IPC fully complies to all DSCSA regulatory requirements ensuring the authenticity and safety of drugs delivered to your pharmacy protecting your patients from potentially dangerous drugs.
Industry Leading Partnerships
At IPC, we believe that relationships are the key to your success. That’s why we’re dedicated to building partnerships that deliver incredible value to your pharmacy.
- GPO Partnerships: We increase your buying power by partnering with other GPO’s to ensure you have access to the best pricing in the industry.
- Vendor Partners: Competitive pricing, exceptional quality & innovation, IPC curates our vendor partners and only brings you the best.
- Manufacturing Partners: Access unique products and programs that set your pharmacy apart and drive customer loyalty.
For the right store and the right owner, a partner who understands your challenges, amplifies your opportunities, and helps you thrive in an ever-changing industry is critical. Given the impact of everything we have to offer, for many owners IPC is that partner.
Here’s what to expect:
- Let’s discuss your specific needs, challenges, and goals.
- Once we meet and chart a personalized journey for you and your team.
- Take the time to research your options, ask questions, and find out if IPC is the right partner to help give you the Freedom to Pharm.
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