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Qualitative interviews regarding pharmacist prescribing in the community setting
Michael Feehan1, Richard Durante2, Jim Ruble3
1Department of Pharmacotherapy, University of Utah College of Pharmacy, Salt Lake City, UT. mike.feehan@utah.edu.
Summary
Consumers largely resist pharmacist prescribing, while pharmacists and payers show more openness. Key barriers include low awareness, training concerns, and liability issues for expanded pharmacist roles.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy Practice
- Health Services Research
- Patient Perceptions
Background:
- Pharmacist prescribing is an evolving area within community pharmacy.
- Understanding stakeholder perceptions is crucial for successful implementation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate consumer demand for pharmacist prescribing.
- To identify barriers to pharmacist prescribing in community settings.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative interviews conducted with consumers, community pharmacists, and reimbursement decision-makers.
- Online bulletin boards and telephone interviews were utilized.
Main Results:
- Consumers showed resistance, with one-third open to pharmacist prescribing.
- Pharmacists were more receptive, especially for limited prescribing.
- Reimbursement decision-makers were most receptive.
Conclusions:
- Consumer views lag behind pharmacist and payer receptiveness.
- Barriers include low awareness, training concerns, and liability.
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