According to the CDC’s 2017 National Diabetes Statistics Report, 30.3 million individuals in the U.S. have diabetes, and 7.2 million people living with the disease are undiagnosed. This showcases the need for diabetes management programs and continuous patient education and monitoring.
According to a study published in Diabetes Spectrum, pharmacist-led interventions in a rural primary care clinic were associated with the majority of patients experiencing an A1C reduction of at least 1%, which has the potential to reduce the risk of complications and decrease diabetes associated costs. Pharmacists’ have a unique skillset as drug experts and play an integral role as part of the healthcare team—not only improving patient outcomes, but also expanding business opportunities.
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