Reliable Services You Can Expect at Your Independent Pharmacy
Pharmacies are essential to doctors and patients, and it’s critical to expect reliable and consistent service at your pharmacy. Big chains may offer certain conveniences, but there are more benefits to choosing a local, independent pharmacy for all your medication needs.
In this series, we’re discussing the advantages of choosing an independent pharmacy, starting with the reliability they provide. When you opt for an independent pharmacy in your community, you can expect:
Trustworthy Prescription Orders and Refills
You can trust that your prescriptions will be filled with extra care and focus at an independent pharmacy. When comparing reports between chain pharmacies and independent ones, the smaller pharmacies show that they are more likely to:
- Dispense accurate prescription amounts
- Provide the right prescription
- Precisely record or file patient information
Local pharmacies tend to have less of an overload and can treat each order with focused care that minimizes errors for their patients.
Dependable Deliveries
Many chain pharmacies have started introducing delivery services, some with same-day options and others with 1- or 2-day deliveries.
Even though delivery services are becoming more prevalent, the dependability of these deliveries remains questionable. Big chains still have the capacity to become overwhelmed with delivery orders, which could ultimately push your delivery back.
At an independent pharmacy, staff members are equipped to handle order sizes and provide accurate estimates on each delivery. They are also far more likely to stick to their delivery schedules, meaning the estimated time they give for delivery is the time you can expect them to arrive.
Safe and Effective Preventative Care
Pharmacies big and small now offer vaccinations and immunizations to patients. However, reports have shown that vaccination errors are more prevalent among larger pharmacies and are rarer at independent ones. This is due, in part, to smaller pharmacies having the capacity to effectively handle their patient sizes. They can pay more careful attention to everything. At an independent pharmacy, the staff works to ensure you receive necessary vaccinations with your safety at the forefront.
Are you looking for an independent pharmacy to care for your facility? Let Angus Lake Healthcare tell you more about our reliable services today!
Stay tuned for more in our series about the benefits of an independent pharmacy:
- Part 1: Reliable Services You Can Expect at an Independent Pharmacy
- Part 2: How an Independent Pharmacy Delivers a Personal Touch
- Part 3: What Conveniences Does an Independent Pharmacy Provide?