DIGITAL medication management company, MedAdvisor, will fast-track the rollout of its delivery service to support pharmacists in meeting the needs of patients during the COVID-19 pandemic.
MedAdvisor also announced that its software would facilitate pharmacies in claiming funding, of $5 per delivery, through the Federal Government's $25 million Home Medicines Service (PD 12 Mar).
"All (prescription, OTC, front of shop, NDSS) products can be ordered for delivery, with pharmacies having discretion over certain medications which they may deem unsuitable for delivery," the company said.
"Temporary measures are in place to provide no-contact delivery to avoid unnecessary contact with vulnerable patients.
"Pay in Advance, which is the ability for patients to pay for their order in the App, is the precursor to home delivery and serves as a leading indicator.
"Over the past two weeks MedAdvisor has seen about 2,000 Pharmacies activate the Pay-in-Advance functionality.
"By fast-tracking the launch of the delivery service, MedAdvisor is helping to relieve pressure on pharmacists who are struggling at the front line of this crisis, further protecting patients from unnecessary exposure, and providing ongoing access to critical medications."
While many pharmacies offer delivery services to their communities using staff members as delivery drivers, MedAdvisor's partnership with courier service, Kings Transport, will allow stores to offer same-day delivery in metropolitan areas from the middle of Apr, without impacting on in-store staffing levels.
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