FLORHAM PARK, N.J. and COLUMBUS, Ohio, July 16, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Armada Health Care, LLC (Armada) and Definitive Homecare Solutions announced today, the launch of their integration of Armada's ApproveRx Prior Authorization Solution within Definitive Homecare's CPR+ specialty pharmacy software. Armada is the largest group purchasing and channel management organization for Specialty Pharmacies, providing services such as web-based therapy management and prior authorization solutions. Armada's latest innovation, ApproveRx (www.approverx.com), is a web-based platform that streamlines the prior authorization process for both prescribers and pharmacies. Definitive Homecare Solutions is the developer of CPR+ pharmacy software used by Specialty Pharmacies for complete patient management, pharmacy dispensing, inventory management, and reimbursement.
The integration incorporates the ApproveRx functionality within CPR+, making it part of the pharmacy dispensing workflow and providing CPR+ customers with optimal workflow efficiencies. Using the integrated functionality, Specialty Pharmacies can automate the selection of the appropriate prior authorization form using the BIN and PCN for the patient's insurance policy and NDC of the drug that already exists in CPR+. The appropriate prior authorization form is then auto-populated with the appropriate drug, physician, and patient information. The pharmacy can then send the prior authorization request to prescribers or plans through ApproveRx, eliminating paper faxes. As an added benefit, Armada members not currently using CPR+ will now have discounted pricing available to purchase CPR+ under Armada's group purchasing organization contract portfolio.
The ApproveRx/CPR+ integrated solution is available in the latest version of CPR+ (v8.6). Axium Healthcare Pharmacy (Axium), as a current CPR+ and ApproveRx customer looks forward to the benefits of integrating the two solutions. Norbert Cointepoix, Senior Director Information Technology with Axium, indicates, "ApproveRx provides us with the appropriate PA forms so we can submit them to prescribers electronically. The integration with CPR+ will save our staff a tremendous amount of time with the auto-population of the appropriate forms."
The combined offering of the two companies is not only a benefit to Specialty Pharmacies; it's becoming a necessity, according to Lawrence Irene, CEO of Armada Health Care, "Specialty pharmacies are in the business of handling high-cost medications often requiring prior authorization approvals. Pharmacies need a seamless way to initiate and manage prior authorizations within their current workflow," said Irene. "Armada has worked directly with Definitive Homecare Solutions to fill this need in the marketplace." To learn more or request the ApproveRx/CPR + integrated solution, please visit www.approverx.com/integrations or www.cprplus.com/approverx or call 1-855-RXFORMS.
About Definitive Homecare Solutions
Definitive Homecare Solutions, Ltd. develops and licenses its business and patient management software solution, CPR+, to home infusion, specialty pharmacy, and HME/DME providers nationwide. Founded in 1993, Definitive Homecare Solutions has grown to be a leading provider of enterprise management software to the homecare and specialty pharmacy industries by providing technology to reduce costs and improve efficiencies in clinical patient management, e-billing, and inventory control. With offices in Westerville, Ohio and Laguna Hills, California, Definitive Homecare Solutions currently supports more than 1100 homecare locations and specialty pharmacies nationwide. For more information, visit www.cprplus.com or contact Definitive Homecare Solutions at 866-277-4876 or info@cprplus.com.
About Armada Health Care
Armada Health Care, LLC (Armada) is the nation's largest specialty pharmacy group contracting organization for comprehensive and cost effective access to the nation's $100 billion specialty pharmacy industry. Armada offers specialty pharmacy providers, pharma/biotech manufacturers, health plans and wholesale distributors a total specialty pharmacy channel management solution through customized patient programs, prescription-data-management services and unique purchasing agreements on specialty pharmacy products purchased and dispensed within this market. For more information about Armada, please visit www.armadahealthcare.com.
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About ApproveRx
ApproveRx is an online platform that streamlines the prior authorization process for pharmacies and prescribers. Thousands of healthcare professionals use ApproveRx to quickly locate and submit prior authorization forms for virtually all drugs and insurance plans. ApproveRx can be integrated into most current pharmacy workflow systems. Forms can be faxed directly to prescribers or payers from a computer. For more information about ApproveRx, please visit www.approverx.com or call 1-855-RXFORMS.
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