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Dermatologic formularies in the managed care setting

W D James1

  • 1Department of Dermatology, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, USA.

Archives of Dermatology
|September 1, 1996
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Formularies are collections of physician-approved prescribing policies, managed by pharmacy and therapeutics committees. These systems ensure drug selection, policy enforcement, and quality standards in medical settings.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Practice
  • Health Systems Management

Background:

  • Formularies have a long history in medical practice, with formal guidelines established in 1933.
  • They represent a collection of prescribing policies specific to a practice setting.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the structure and function of formulary systems.
  • To outline the role of pharmacy and therapeutics committees in drug selection and policy enforcement.

Main Methods:

  • Review of historical context and established guidelines for formularies.
  • Description of the administrative system involving pharmacy and therapeutics (P&T) committees.
  • Explanation of the processes for drug evaluation, selection, and policy development.

Main Results:

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  • Formularies are administered by P&T committees comprising medical staff.
  • These committees evaluate, appraise, and select drugs for inclusion in medication lists.
  • The system also establishes and enforces policies for compliance and quality assurance.

Conclusions:

  • Formulary systems are integral to managing medication lists and prescribing practices.
  • P&T committees play a crucial role in the systematic selection and oversight of medications.
  • The described system ensures adherence to policies and maintains educational and quality standards.