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FAQs

Why is line at pharmacy so long? ›

Why? As it turns out, there is a lot going on at your pharmacy that contributes to long wait time. Every prescription goes through a three-part process before it's prepared for the patient: scan in, type up a label and bill to insurance.

University of Michigan Health Community Pharmacy Services: We have five community pharmacy locations that offer convenience for patients who need to pick up medications, whether it's prescription medications ordered by a U-M Health provider or a variety of over-the-counter medications.

Pharmacist team members are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to answer your questions. To reach a specialty pharmacist after hours, call 855-276-3002 and follow the prompts to reach the hospital operator. After providing your information to the operator, you'll be connected with the specialty pharmacist on-call.

Although the group does suggest a “pharmacist working alone, with no technician assistance, should reasonably be able to dispense approximately 10 prescriptions per hour” it notes that is a “consistent, daily average” and not a hard-and-fast rule.

How long does it take for a prescription to be ready at the pharmacy? Prescription wait times can vary. Your prescription will usually be ready within 2-5 working days, but this can depend on the type of medication, and the pharmacy's workload.

A 2022 National Community Pharmacists Association survey showed that nearly 75% of respondents felt they did not have enough time to safely perform clinical duties and patient care. Stores often operate with just one pharmacist behind the counter for a 12 hour shift.

There is a lot more to preparing your prescription than counting pills, typing a label and sticking it on a container. Your pharmacist checks the medication, dose and instructions to make sure they are right for you. They review your medical information and PharmaNet profile to check for possible problems.

The third year of pharmacy school has the most difficult classes by far.

Not only that, but it is home to some of the most prestigious research centers in the country. In addition to its academic excellence, the University of Michigan is also well-known for its athletic programs.

How much does it cost to become a pharmacist in Michigan? ›

For 2021/2022 estimates, Michigan residents will spend $109,699.38 on tuition fees across 4 years. Out-of-state residents will need around $211,634.82 to complete their PharmD degree.

Each Pharmacist who has been licensed for a full two-year period prior to the date of renewal of the license, is required to complete 30 hours of board-approved continuing education, with at least 1 (one) hour in pain management and no less than 10 (ten) hours in live programs or courses.

As of Aug 11, 2024, the average hourly pay for a Specialty Pharmacy in Michigan is $17.33 an hour.

In terms of employment, there is not much of a growth projected, with just 360 pharmacist positions projected to being created every year over a span of 10 years, from 2020 to 2030.

Sometimes pharmacies are unable to fill a prescription in a timely manner because they don't have the medication on hand. It could just be that the drug is temporarily out of stock. Or it could be due to a drug manufacturing issue causing a drug shortage.

Try calling another chain to fill the prescription.

Sometimes, one chain is out of stock of a prescription while others have it. For example, if you usually fill your prescription at Walgreens, try another chain such as CVS or your local grocery store.

Certain medications require prior authorization from your insurance provider before they will cover the cost. This process can introduce significant delays, as healthcare providers and insurers must exchange information and approvals.