A-S Medication Solutions
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I need any specific licenses or permits to dispense medications?
A: State laws surrounding medications vary state by state. ASM’s robust regulatory team does the work to make sure you are compliant!
Q: How long does it take to set up an account?
A: Setting up an account can vary by services you choose to offer. Typically, cash pay in-office dispensing averages around 2-3 weeks. Ask your Sales Prepresentative for a timeline once you decide which services you would like to offer your patients!
Q: What are the benefits for my practice to dispensing medications?
A: At the heart of what we do is making healthcare simpler and more accessible to patients that need it most. Adding dispensing to your clinic will ensure more scripts are filled by patients which reduces hospitalizations and promotes faster recovery.
Q: How do I manage inventory for medications dispensed from my office?
A: Inventory Management is a service that is included in our dispensing software!
Q. Will insurance companies reimburse for medications dispensed from my office?
A: Yes! If you choose not to dispense medications as cash-pay only, ASM’s credentialing team can ensure you are set up on the appropriate chain codes to ensure filing insurance claims.
Q: Are there any additional costs or overhead associated with dispensing medications from my office?
A: For point-of-care dispensing, we charge no additional fees! If you choose to contract with insurance companies for processing claims or require additional software support, there may be additional passthrough fees.
Q: What are the ancillary benefits of adding point-of-care dispensing to my clinic offerings?
A: On top of creating increased access to the patients you serve, point-of-care dispensing allows the practice to generate ancillary revenue!
Q: How do I manage inventory for medications dispensed from my office?
A: Inventory Management is a service that is included in our dispensing software. Your dedicated Account Manager will help you set up PAR levels based on your clinics needs where auto refills can be setup and managed.