Pharmacists' Role in Arrhythmia Care
Lindsey Valenzuela, PharmD, discusses the value pharmacists bring to arrhythmia management, particularly in value-based care environments.
Value-based care environments are the perfect opportunity for pharmacists.
In these settings, pharmacists can manage multiple layers of disease states, including medication adherence, anticoagulation safety, and transitions of care. Valenzuela's organization has successfully utilized clinical pharmacists to manage chronic diseases, resulting in reduced costs, improved outcomes, and enhanced patient satisfaction.
- Reducing emergency room and acute care utilizations
- Improving outcomes and quality measures
- Enhancing patient satisfaction
Author's summary: Pharmacists add value in arrhythmia care through value-based models.