August 24, 2025 (Sunday Only)
Pharmacy Laws and Rules Conference
(6hrs. CPE)

August 24, 2025 (Sunday Only)
Pharmacy Laws and Rules Conference
(6hrs. CPE)

$175.00

ACCREDITATION

iCARE Pharmacy Services, Inc. is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. This is an ACPE application-based* and knowledge-based activity. Participants may receive up to 6 hours of CPE credit by attending sessions and successfully completing the continuing pharmacy education (CPE) activity evaluation.

iCARE Pharmacy Services, Inc. is approved by the Florida Board of Pharmacy as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

DISCLOSURES

Speakers have no relevant conflict of interests nor financial relationships.  All persons in a position to control the content of this activity have declared that no conflict of interest exists for this activity.

TARGET AUDIENCE

Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians of all practice backgrounds.

CANCELLATION POLICY
Participants must submit cancellations in writing. Participants will receive a credit for a future CPE program.

ZOOM WEBINAR INFORMATION
Participants may join via any electronic device. Be sure to have downloaded the ZOOM software in advance to avoid any delays. You will be able to see the speakers and their presentations. You will be able to respond to speaker learning assessments via the CHAT Feature and ask questions via the Q&A Feature.

Required Computer Hardware/Software

Please ensure your computer system meets the following Zoom minimum requirements:

  • 32-bit or 64-bit processor
  • Internet Browser (MAC and/or Windows) – Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, Firefox, Safari
  • Broadband internet connection: cable, high-speed DSL and any other medium that is internet accessible. Connect to hard wired Ethernet, secondary monitor, webcam, microphone
  • Monitor Screen Resolution – Need high resolution at least 320×480
  • Audio system – Computer speakers or headphones, laptop integrated speakers or desktop speakers
  • Media Viewing Requirements – Microsoft PowerPoint, Adobe reader

Description

Sunday, April 24, 2025

CMS Medication Updates and Regulations in LTC Settings

8:00-9:30am Consultant/General

Lynn D’Avico, PharmD, CPH, Clinical Education Coordinator, Polaris Pharmacy

Upon completion of this activity, pharmacists will be able to: Update guidance/language for CMS regulatory changes; Discuss changes to F-tags and its effect on survey process; Discuss guidance changes to: Fentanyl Patch disposal, Antibiotic Stewardship requirements, CMS regulations on psychotropic medications, and guidance on Unnecessary Medications in LTC settings; Describe trauma and its effects on residents and staff.

UAN: 0675-0000-25-027-L03-P

 

Upon completion of this activity, technicians will be able to: Review language for CMS regulatory changes; Discuss changes to F-tags and its effect on survey process; Discuss guidance changes to: Fentanyl Patch disposal, Antibiotic Stewardship requirements, CMS regulations on psychotropic medications, and guidance on Unnecessary Medications in LTC settings; Describe trauma and its effects on residents and staff.

UAN: 0675-0000-25-027-L03-T

 

From COVID to AI in Telepharmacy                                                      

9:30-11:00am Consultant/General

Christopher B. Sullivan, PhD, President, Image Research LLC

Upon completion of this activity, pharmacists will be able to: Explain the basic applications of telepharmacy technology as they exist today; Recognize the innovations in telepharmacy services due to the COVID-19 pandemic; Describe the background of AI as it developed out of earlier systems such as IBM’s Watson, Google’s search engine and Apple’s SIRI algorithms; Identify the difference between Traditional AI, which can learn from data and make predictions based on the date, and Generative AI, which can create new formulations from existing data; Discuss future telepharmacy opportunities and challenges created by AI.

UAN:0675-0000-25-028-L04-P

Upon completion of this activity, technicians will be able to: Explain the basic applications of telepharmacy technology as they exist today; Recognize the innovations in telepharmacy services due to the COVID-19 pandemic; Describe the background of AI as it developed out of earlier systems such as IBM’s Watson, Google’s search engine and Apple’s SIRI algorithms; Identify the difference between Traditional AI, which can learn from data and make predictions based on the date, and Generative AI, which can create new formulations from existing data; Discuss future telepharmacy opportunities and challenges created by AI.

UAN: 0675-0000-25-028-L04-T

 

DSCSA: “Take Two” for Title II

11:15-12:45pm Consultant/General

Heather Fuller, PharmD, M.B.A., M.S., AdventHealth, Corporate Pharmacy Procurement Manager,

Upon completion of this activity, pharmacists will be able to: Discuss the history of DSCSA and where we are now; Develop a solid understanding of the DSCSA requirements for Dispensers; Review case scenarios and ways to operationalize the requirements.

UAN: 0675-0000-25-029-L03-P

 

Upon completion of this activity, technicians will be able to: Discuss the history of DSCSA and where we are now; Develop a solid understanding of the DSCSA requirements for Dispensers; Review case scenarios and ways to operationalize the requirements.

UAN: 0675-0000-25-029-L03-T

 

Florida Pharmacy Law & the Disciplinary Process                   

12:45-2:15pm Consultant/General

Edwin Bayo, Founding Partner, Grossman, Roopnarine & Bayó, LLC.

Upon completion of this activity, pharmacists will be able to: Describe the life cycle of a Department of Health/Board of Pharmacy investigation from complaint intake through probable cause review, administrative processes, board action, and remedies; Compare the due process rights of pharmacists and permit holders at each stage of the disciplinary process, including notice requirements, access to the investigative file, and available hearing options; Identify the statutory and rule-based grounds for discipline under Chapters 456, 465, 499 & 893, Florida Statutes, and Rule Chapter 64B16, F.A.C., with emphasis on misfills, inspection deficiencies, impairment, and criminal convictions; Formulate proactive compliance strategies—including record-keeping, staff training, and self-reporting—that reduce the risk of disciplinary action and support mitigation if violations occur; Explain the role and obligations of key pharmacy leaders (Prescription Department Manager/PIC and designated representatives) in maintaining permit compliance and responding to DOH inquiries.

UAN: 0675-0000-25-030-L03-P

 

Upon completion of this activity, technicians will be able to: Describe the life cycle of a Department of Health/Board of Pharmacy investigation from complaint intake through probable cause review, administrative processes, board action, and remedies; Identify the due process rights at each stage of the disciplinary process; Explain the role and obligations of key pharmacy leaders (Prescription Department Manager/PIC and designated representatives) in maintaining permit compliance and responding to DOH inquiries.

UAN: 0675-0000-25-030-L03-T