# Medication Management * **Definition:** The process of overseeing and coordinating the use of medications to ensure safe and effective treatment for patients, which includes ensuring that patients receive the appropriate medications, in the correct doses, at the right times, to optimize therapeutic outcomes and minimize adverse effects. * **Taxonomy:** Healthcare Topics / Medication Management ## News * Selected news on the topic of **Medication Management**, for healthcare technology leaders * 6K news items are in the system for this topic * Posts have been filtered for tech and healthcare-related keywords | Date | Title | Source | | --- | --- | --- | | 5/22/2025 | [**75 hospital and health system chief pharmacy officers to know - 2025**](https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/hospital-management-administration/75-hospital-and-health-system-chief-pharmacy-officers-to-know-2025/) | [[Beckers Hospital Review]] | | 5/8/2025 | [**MedTech Breakthrough Announces 2025 MedTech Breakthrough Award Winners**](https://hitconsultant.net/2025/05/08/2025-medtech-breakthrough-award-winners-announced/) | [[HIT Consultant]] | | 5/8/2025 | [**YouScript Wins "PharmaTech Innovation Award" in 9th Annual MedTech Breakthrough ...**](https://www.morningstar.com/news/pr-newswire/20250508ph83633/youscript-wins-pharmatech-innovation-award-in-9th-annual-medtech-breakthrough-awards-program) | [[Morningstar]] | | 4/24/2025 | [**Industry Analysis and Competitive Strategies in Smart Home Healthcare Market Report 2025-2032**](https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/industry-analysis-competitive-strategies-smart-home-whkcc) | [[Linkedin]] | | 4/7/2025 | [**Revenue vs. risk reduction: Inside 4 systems' cardiac care strategies**](https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/cardiology/revenue-vs-risk-reduction-inside-4-systems-cardiac-care-strategies/) | [[Beckers Hospital Review]] | | 3/29/2025 | [**Weekly Roundup - March 29, 2025**](https://www.healthcareittoday.com/2025/03/29/weekly-roundup-march-29-2025/) | [[Healthcare IT Today]] | | 1/22/2025 | [**E-prescribing Market Focused Insights 2024-2029, with Key Vendor Profiles of Surescripts, DrFirst, Practice Fusion, RXNT, CoverMyMeds, Greenway Health and Qualifacts - ResearchAndMarkets.com**](http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250122962144/en/E-prescribing-Market-Focused-Insights-2024-2029-with-Key-Vendor-Profiles-of-Surescripts-DrFirst-Practice-Fusion-RXNT-CoverMyMeds-Greenway-Health-and-Qualifacts---ResearchAndMarkets.com/?feedref=JjAwJuNHiystnCoBq_hl-RLXHJgazfQJNuOVHefdHP-D8R-QU5o2AvY8bhI9uvWSD8DYIYv4TIC1g1u0AKcacnnViVjtb72bOP4-4nHK5ieT3WxPE8m_kWI77F87CseT) | [[Business Wire]] | | 12/30/2024 | [**The Health IT Needed to Implement Harris' Medicare Home Care Proposal - HIT Consultant**](https://hitconsultant.net/2024/12/30/the-health-it-needed-to-implement-harris-medicare-home-care-proposal/) | [[HIT Consultant]] | | 12/27/2024 | [**The Health IT Needed to Implement Harris' Medicare Home Care Proposal**](https://hitconsultant.net/2024/12/27/the-health-it-needed-to-implement-harris-medicare-home-care-proposal/) | [[HIT Consultant]] | | 12/11/2024 | [**Expert consensus on myocarditis care: 3 notes - Becker's Hospital Review**](https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/cardiology/expert-consensus-on-myocarditis-care-3-notes.html) | [[Beckers Hospital Review]] | | 11/26/2024 | [**Swisslog Healthcare Appoints Yufei Chen as Global Innovation Executive - Morningstar**](https://www.morningstar.com/news/business-wire/20241126710978/swisslog-healthcare-appoints-yufei-chen-as-global-innovation-executive) | [[Morningstar]] | | 11/25/2024 | [**Independent evaluation recognizes Ochsner Digital Medicine for superior hypertension management**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/independent-evaluation-recognizes-ochsner-digital-medicine-for-superior-hypertension-management-302315813.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 11/20/2024 | [**Netsmart Achieves TX-RAMP Level 2 Certification for Public Health EHR**](http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241120011391/en/Netsmart-Achieves-TX-RAMP-Level-2-Certification-for-Public-Health-EHR/?feedref=JjAwJuNHiystnCoBq_hl-RLXHJgazfQJNuOVHefdHP-D8R-QU5o2AvY8bhI9uvWSD8DYIYv4TIC1g1u0AKcacnnViVjtb72bOP4-4nHK5ieT3WxPE8m_kWI77F87CseT) | [[Business Wire]] | | 11/20/2024 | [**Netsmart Achieves TX-RAMP Level 2 Certification for Public Health EHR**](http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241120011391/en/Netsmart-Achieves-TX-RAMP-Level-2-Certification-for-Public-Health-EHR/?feedref=JjAwJuNHiystnCoBq_hl-Q-tiwWZwkcswR1UZtV7eGe24xL9TZOyQUMS3J72mJlQ7fxFuNFTHSunhvli30RlBNXya2izy9YOgHlBiZQk2LOzmn6JePCpHPCiYGaEx4DL1Rq8pNwkf3AarimpDzQGuQ==) | [[Business Wire]] | | 11/20/2024 | [**Netsmart Achieves TX-RAMP Level 2 Certification for Public Health EHR - Business Wire**](https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241120011391/en/Netsmart-Achieves-TX-RAMP-Level-2-Certification-for-Public-Health-EHR) | [[Business Wire]] | | 11/14/2024 | [**AI in Healthcare Market to Grow by USD 20.34 Billion (2024-2028), Driven by ... - MarketWatch**](https://www.marketwatch.com/press-release/ai-in-healthcare-market-to-grow-by-usd-20-34-billion-2024-2028-driven-by-healthcare-digitization-ai-powered-report-highlights-market-transformation-technavio-ef87aa24) | [[MarketWatch]] | | 10/7/2024 | [**Scriptology Acquires RxLive to Enhance Medication Management Solutions and Expand Telehealth Capabilities**](https://www.healthcareittoday.com/2024/10/07/scriptology-acquires-rxlive-to-enhance-medication-management-solutions-and-expand-telehealth-capabilities/) | [[Healthcare IT Today]] | | 9/17/2024 | [**Scriptology Acquires RxLive to Enhance Medication Management Solutions and Expand ...**](https://fox5sandiego.com/business/press-releases/ein-presswire/743884715/scriptology-acquires-rxlive-to-enhance-medication-management-solutions-and-expand-telehealth-capabilities) | fox5sandiego.com | | 9/16/2024 | [**Scriptology Acquires Telehealth Pharmacy Company RxLive**](https://hitconsultant.net/2024/09/16/scriptology-acquires-rxlive/) | [[HIT Consultant]] | | 9/16/2024 | [**Scriptology Acquires RxLive to Enhance Medication Management Solutions and Expand ...**](https://tech.einnews.com/pr_news/743884715/scriptology-acquires-rxlive-to-enhance-medication-management-solutions-and-expand-telehealth-capabilities) | tech.einnews.com | | 9/13/2024 | [**Healthcare concierge platform WhiteGlove aims to help families manage aging relatives**](https://www.msn.com/en-in/health/other/healthcare-concierge-platform-whiteglove-aims-to-help-families-manage-aging-relatives/ar-AA1quKqf) | msn.com | | 9/11/2024 | [**Healthcare Gamification Market SWOT Analysis by Leading Key Players - EIN News**](https://tech.einnews.com/pr_news/742574198/healthcare-gamification-market-swot-analysis-by-leading-key-players-strava-adidas-ag-zimmer-biomet-welltok) | tech.einnews.com | | 8/14/2024 | [**Intelliguard, Cencora Partner to Increase Compatibility of RFID-Tagged Medications, Medication Management Systems**](http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240814828728/en/Intelliguard-Cencora-Partner-to-Increase-Compatibility-of-RFID-Tagged-Medications-Medication-Management-Systems/?feedref=JjAwJuNHiystnCoBq_hl-RLXHJgazfQJNuOVHefdHP-D8R-QU5o2AvY8bhI9uvWSD8DYIYv4TIC1g1u0AKcacnnViVjtb72bOP4-4nHK5ieT3WxPE8m_kWI77F87CseT) | [[Business Wire]] | | 8/14/2024 | [**Intelliguard, Cencora Partner to Increase Compatibility of RFID-Tagged Medications, Medication Management Systems**](http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240814828728/en/Intelliguard-Cencora-Partner-to-Increase-Compatibility-of-RFID-Tagged-Medications-Medication-Management-Systems/?feedref=JjAwJuNHiystnCoBq_hl-Q-tiwWZwkcswR1UZtV7eGe24xL9TZOyQUMS3J72mJlQ7fxFuNFTHSunhvli30RlBNXya2izy9YOgHlBiZQk2LOzmn6JePCpHPCiYGaEx4DL1Rq8pNwkf3AarimpDzQGuQ==) | [[Business Wire]] | | 2/14/2021 | [**Why medication management reform must be a priority for the new administration**](https://medcitynews.com/2021/02/why-medication-management-reform-must-be-a-priority-for-the-new-administration/) | [[MedCity News]] | ## Topic Overview (Some LLM-derived content — please confirm with above primary sources) ### Key Players - **MedAdvisor Solutions**: A company focused on simplifying medication management through digital platforms. - **MUSC Health**: A healthcare provider implementing telehealth medication reconciliation for high-risk patients. - **FeelBetter**: A startup offering an AI-based medication management platform, focusing on long-term care and reducing adverse medication-related events. - **ContinuumCloud**: A platform that integrates advanced medication management capabilities for behavioral health providers. - **Omnicell, Inc.**: A provider of medication management solutions that launched the Central Med Automation Service to optimize centralized medication management for health systems. - **DrFirst**: A provider of medication management tools and solutions, including mobile applications for secure prescribing. - **CareCloud, Inc.**: A healthcare technology company that provides integrated solutions for medication management. - **Spencer Health Solutions**: A provider of smart medication dispensers, emphasizing patient data security and medication adherence. - **Intelliguard**: A company focused on RFID-based medication management systems to enhance medication safety and streamline supply chains. - **Surescripts**: A leading e-prescribing network that facilitates electronic prescriptions and medication management. - **KitCheck**: A leading RFID medication tracking solution that supports over 900 hospitals in improving kit and tray management. - **Bluesight**: A healthcare technology company providing advanced medication tracking and management solutions, including Medication Intelligence solutions. - **Healthmark**: A Canadian supplier of pharmacy products collaborating with Bluesight to enhance medication management in Canadian hospitals. - **BD**: A global medical technology company that collaborates with Swisslog to enhance medication management systems. - **Swisslog Healthcare**: A provider of integrated medication supply chain solutions, recently appointing a Global Innovation Executive to enhance innovation in medication management. - **Ochsner Digital Medicine**: Recognized for its digital hypertension solutions that significantly improve medication management outcomes. ### Partnerships and Collaborations - **MUSC Health and Telehealth**: Implementing telehealth medication reconciliation appointments to improve medication adherence. - **Enclara and MatrixCare**: A bidirectional medication interface that enhances efficiency and patient safety for hospice care providers. - **Intelliguard and Cencora**: A partnership to enhance RFID-tagged medication compatibility with medication management systems, improving patient safety and inventory management. - **FeelBetter and Americare**: A partnership to implement AI-based medication management in long-term care facilities. - **Bluesight and Healthmark**: A partnership to expand medication management solutions in Canadian hospitals. - **Mindsprint and MedAdvisor Solutions**: Strategic partnership to develop AI-enabled platforms for hyper-personalized patient experiences in medication management. - **Swisslog Healthcare and BD**: A co-marketing agreement to enhance end-to-end medication management for hospital pharmacies. - **CareCloud and DrFirst**: Expanded partnership to include RxInform functionality, enhancing medication adherence and reducing costs for patients. - **ContinuumCloud and DrFirst**: An expanded partnership to integrate RxInform functionality for improved medication adherence and patient engagement. - **Omnicell and MedChill**: Omnicell's MedChill solution integrates with Follett refrigerators to streamline workflows for temperature-controlled medications. - **Kettering Health and Story Health**: This partnership focuses on enhancing patient care for heart failure patients through personalized virtual care and medication management. - **BrightInsight and Sanofi**: An expanded partnership to enhance the development of digital health solutions aimed at improving patient outcomes and medication adherence. - **iZafe Group and Randstad**: A strategic partnership to implement Dosell's medication dispensers in Norwegian municipalities, focusing on training and support for healthcare personnel. - **UK HealthCare and LINK program**: Collaborating to enhance care coordination among various healthcare providers. ### Innovations, Trends, and Initiatives - **Medication Management Systems**: Technologies that streamline prescribing and monitoring processes, reducing medication errors and improving patient safety. - **Age-Friendly Health Systems Movement**: Incorporating medication management protocols for older patients to enhance care quality. - **Smart Medication Dispensers**: Spencer Health Solutions' smart dispensers enhance medication adherence and reduce errors through advanced tracking and alert systems. - **Artificial Intelligence in Medication Management**: AI-driven solutions for personalized outreach and engagement strategies to improve medication adherence. - **AI in Medication Management**: AI technologies are being integrated into medication management systems to enhance patient safety and streamline workflows. - **Smart Medication Adherence Products**: Innovative solutions equipped with RFID technology to monitor real-time medication intake. - **Central Med Automation Service**: Omnicell's subscription-based service aims to streamline medication dispensing and improve inventory visibility. - **Autonomous Pharmacy Vision**: Aiming to create fully automated medication management systems to minimize human error and enhance efficiency. - **Telemedicine and Remote Monitoring**: The rise of telemedicine and remote patient monitoring is improving medication management for seniors, reducing errors and enhancing outcomes. - **Cloud-Based Solutions**: Cloud technology is revolutionizing medication management through real-time data sharing and improved accessibility. - **Remote Health Monitoring Solutions**: TMA Solutions' platform that tracks vital signs and lifestyle factors to improve medication management and patient safety. - **Digital Hypertension Solutions**: PHTI's report emphasizes the effectiveness of medication management tools in improving blood pressure control. - **Mira Ecosystem**: Intelliguard's new product line designed to enhance patient safety and operational efficiency through real-time tracking and improved workflows in medication management. - **E-Prescribing Growth**: E-prescribing rates have surged to 92% among prescribers, significantly improving patient care through real-time access to medication information. - **Electronic Prescriptions for Controlled Substances (EPCS)**: E-prescribing systems are becoming essential for monitoring prescriptions and preventing substance abuse. - **Robotic Pharmacy Automation**: The increasing demand for advanced robotic systems in hospitals to improve medication management workflows. ### Challenges and Concerns - **Medication Errors**: Ongoing issues with medication errors due to manual workflows and siloed systems, highlighting the need for advanced medication management solutions. - **Interoperability Issues**: Challenges in reconciling fee-for-service and value-based care models persist, impacting medication management. - **Medication Adherence**: Improving medication adherence remains a top priority, with challenges in patient education and access. - **Financial and Clinical Challenges**: Healthcare systems face high labor costs and supply chain expenses impacting operational margins, necessitating efficient medication management. - **Polypharmacy Risks**: The concurrent use of multiple medications poses significant risks for older adults, necessitating effective management solutions. - **Data Security**: Concerns regarding data breaches in the healthcare sector jeopardize sensitive patient information, impacting medication management systems. - **Patient Adherence**: Significant concerns regarding medication adherence, with traditional methods proving ineffective. - **Regulatory Compliance**: Challenges such as regulatory compliance and data security concerns may hinder the growth of automated medication management solutions. - **Resistance to Technology Adoption**: Healthcare providers may resist adopting new technologies, impacting the implementation of advanced medication management systems. - **Specialty Pharmacy Challenges**: Health systems face difficulties in managing specialty pharmacy due to rising costs and outdated technology. - **Pharmacy Funding Crisis**: Pharmacies face financial pressures that may lead to reduced services, affecting medication access and management for patients. - **Cybersecurity Risks**: Healthcare organizations face increasing ransomware attacks, which can disrupt medication management and patient care. - **Coordination of Care Post-Discharge**: Inadequate coordination during patient discharges is a significant threat to patient safety. - **Integration Challenges**: Issues with integrating new technologies into existing healthcare systems and workflows. - **Data Security and Privacy**: Concerns regarding the security of patient data in telehealth and remote monitoring applications. - **Budget Constraints for IT**: Hospital IT teams often face budget cuts, hindering innovation and increasing vulnerability to cyberattacks. ## Related Topics [[Patient Management]]; [[Medication Errors]]; [[Medication Adherence]]