California Specialty Pharmacy and our three ambulatory infusion centers are fully operational and experiencing no disruptions to service. If you are a current patient affected by the fires, please contact us at 877.602.7779 so we can ensure you receive your medication. If you are not a current patient and are seeking specialty medication support, our team is here to assist. Please reach out at 877.602.7779. Stay safe, and know that we are here for you.

Resources

Access to dependable resources is vital for providing top-tier patient care, whether you are a patient, healthcare provider, payor, pharmaceutical manufacturer, or a health system. Similarly, patients require resources to understand their medications and make informed choices. At California Specialty Pharmacy (CSP), we have curated a list of valuable resources for patients and healthcare professionals.
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Helpful Patient Resources

  • California Specialty Pharmacy’s infusion therapy locations –  A complete list of our infusion centers where patients can receive high-quality infusion therapy services.
  • Frequently asked questions (FAQs) for patients – Answers to common questions about specialty pharmacies, medications, and infusion therapy services.
  • California Specialty Pharmacy’s blog – Regularly updated with informative articles on disease management, medication adherence, and other health-related topics. 

Resources for Healthcare Providers

  • UpToDate – This resource provides healthcare providers with the latest medical research and recommendations for informed treatment decisions. 
  • PubMed – PubMed is a database of medical literature and research articles that healthcare providers can use to find up-to-date studies on health conditions and treatments. 
  • National Guideline Clearinghouse (NGC) – The NGC offers evidence-based guidelines for various healthcare topics, including medication management, to assist in patient care decisions. 

Resources for Healthcare Payors

Resources for Pharmaceutical Manufacturer Partners

  • Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) – PhRMA represents leading biopharmaceutical research companies in the U.S. This resource offers information on policies, advocacy, and industry news. 
  • Food and Drug Administration (FDA) – The FDA ensures drug safety and efficacy. Stay informed about drug approvals, regulations, and guidance here. 
  • National Association of Specialty Pharmacy (NASP) – NASP supports specialty pharmacy providers, pharmaceutical manufacturers, payors, and other stakeholders. It provides information on industry events, education, and advocacy.
  • Pharmacy Times – A leading pharmacy journal offering industry news, clinical updates, and market trends for pharmaceutical manufacturer partners. 

Resources for Healthcare Payors

  • National Association of Specialty Pharmacy (NASP)NASP provides guidelines, industry standards, and resources on specialty pharmacy best practices, patient care, and collaboration models for health systems. 
  • 340B Health – An advocacy organization supporting hospitals and health systems participating in the 340B drug pricing program. This resource offers tools, compliance information, and data to optimize 340B program benefits. 
  • Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP) – ISMP publishes safety guidelines, risk assessment tools, and medication safety alerts tailored to reduce errors and optimize medication use within health systems. 
  • American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) – ASHP offers guidelines, policy recommendations, and continuing education on specialty pharmacy operations, best practices, and integration within health systems. 
  • Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) – CMS provides guidelines and regulations for specialty pharmacy operations within health systems, including compliance and reimbursement details. This is crucial for health systems working with Medicare and Medicaid. 

California Specialty Pharmacy is dedicated to supporting patients and partners on their healthcare journey. Feel free to reach out to our expert team today if you have any questions or concerns.