Finding the Right Compounding Pharmacy for Your Medical Weight Loss Program

Whether you're a physician's assistant, nurse practitioner, or other healthcare professional running or looking to start a medical weight loss program, selecting the right compounding pharmacy is crucial for your patients' success and your program's efficiency. Here are key factors to consider when evaluating compounding pharmacies:

1. Patient Safety and Quality Assurance

Prioritize patient safety above all. Look for pharmacies that:

• Are licensed in your state

• Follow USP guidelines for sterile and non-sterile compounding

• Provide certificates of analysis and potency reports

• Have independent verification of their processes and products

2. Shipping Speed and Reliability

Timely medication delivery is essential for patient success. Consider:

• Average shipping times to your patients' locations

• Options for expedited shipping

• Track record of reliable deliveries

3. Product Availability and Consistency

Ensure the pharmacy can consistently provide the medications you prescribe:

• Check their inventory of GLP-1 agonists like semaglutide and tirzepatide

• Inquire about any potential supply chain issues

• Verify their ability to compound custom formulations if needed

4. Pricing

While cost shouldn't be the only factor, it's important for your program and patients:

• Compare pricing across multiple pharmacies

• Consider a multi-pharmacy strategy if pricing differs for Semaglutide vs Tirzepatide

5. Customer Service and Support

A responsive pharmacy partner can greatly enhance your program's efficiency:

• Evaluate their communication channels (phone, email, online portal)

• Ask about their process for handling prescription clarifications or changes

• Inquire about resources they provide for patient education

Recommendations:

• Utilize resources like the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) to verify the legitimacy of online pharmacies.

• To find the best fit for your program, try a couple of reputable pharmacies and see what works. We've seen providers successfully use Southend Pharmacy and Strive Pharmacy.

• Once you've chosen a pharmacy, consider implementing SFT AI to streamline your ordering process, manage patient billing, and boost referrals, enhancing your program's overall efficiency and profitability.

About SFT AI:

SFT AI (pronounced "sift") enhances your weight loss program, whether you're a solo practitioner or part of a larger practice. It streamlines management with unified billing, an integrated refill system, and effective referral tools. This all-in-one solution boosts revenue and patient care, scaling seamlessly with your needs. Discover how SFT AI can elevate your weight loss program, regardless of your practice size. Schedule a demo to see the benefits firsthand.