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Pharmacist-led biometric screenings: A retrospective chart review in a community pharmacy

Stephen A Brown¹, Terri M Wensel¹, Wyatt Smith¹

¹Samford University, McWhorter School of Pharmacy, 800 Lakeshore Drive, Birmingham, AL, 35229, USA.

Research in Social & Administrative Pharmacy : RSAP

|November 7, 2023

Abstract

Background:

Biometric screenings have gained popularity in employer-based wellness programs and are increasingly offered at community pharmacies.

Objective:

This study aimed to analyze biometric screening data collected at a community pharmacy in North Alabama to examine the prevalence of risk factors and the role of pharmacist-led screenings in identifying at-risk individuals and facilitating referrals to primary care providers.

Methods:

A retrospective chart review was conducted using biometric screening data collected between 2020 and 2021. Descriptive statistics were calculated to analyze the data.

Results:

A total of 801 patients were included in the analysis. The mean age was 45.4 years, and 56.2 % were female. The mean systolic blood pressure was 132 mmHg, and the mean diastolic blood pressure was 84 mmHg. Mean total cholesterol was 174 mg/dL, and the mean blood glucose was 109 mg/dL. Mean BMI was 35.1 kg/m². Among the screened patients, 22.5 % were referred to a primary care provider due to an elevated level of at least one of the measured variables, with BMI being the most common reason for referral.

Conclusion:

This study provides valuable insights into the prevalence of risk factors in a population undergoing pharmacist-led biometric screenings in a community pharmacy. The findings emphasize the important role of pharmacists in identifying at-risk individuals and facilitating appropriate referrals to primary care. Further research is needed to evaluate the long-term impact of these referrals and explore the feasibility of similar programs in diverse healthcare settings.

Keywords:

Biometric screening Community pharmacy Pharmacist-led screening Risk factors

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