WSPA Pharmacy Podcast

June 17, 2026 Town Hall for Pharmacy Professionals

Agenda: * CMS GLP-1 Bridge Program [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.wsparx.org%2Fnews%2F729413%2FCMS-Starts-Pilot-GLP-1-Bridge-Program.htm/1/0100019ed689a574-7fae7ad7-85f2-41c5-aafa-3a2d5e3e499d-000000/4ektfYvG3s-OZJoCI3tX0PmAG2Q=473] WSPA staff will highlight nuances to this important program. Pharmacy professionals in the community and ambulatory space should take time to understand the program and it's intricacies (of which there are quite a few!)  * Seeking Student and Resident Representatives for SIGs and Academies [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.wsparx.org%2Fnews%2F701791%2FStudent-and-Resident-Positions-Now-Open-for-Academies-and-SIGs.htm/1/0100019ed689a574-7fae7ad7-85f2-41c5-aafa-3a2d5e3e499d-000000/hJy8pKZ25Q8T2so51vILyNcIKPE=473] These leadership opportunities are outstanding connection points for students and residents wanting to have a significant contribution to the profession.  * Annual Awards of Distinction Nominations [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.wsparx.org%2Fpage%2FAwards/1/0100019ed689a574-7fae7ad7-85f2-41c5-aafa-3a2d5e3e499d-000000/3bLmue9ScARol__K8yjWf7vEmgg=473] Now Open (Due July 10, 2026) * Board of Director Positions [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.wsparx.org%2Fpage%2FBoardofDirectors/1/0100019ed689a574-7fae7ad7-85f2-41c5-aafa-3a2d5e3e499d-000000/KarmlXftO621_BqRFfL2h-s2OlI=473] Now Open (Application due July 10, 2026) Upcoming Events: * The next Town Hall will be in 2 weeks. You can also add future dates to your calendar via our event calendar. [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.wsparx.org%2Fevents%2Fevent_list.asp/1/0100019ed689a574-7fae7ad7-85f2-41c5-aafa-3a2d5e3e499d-000000/WnczJ1jKp6WM4gJ6cH_PdoGhV9I=473] * Office of the Insurance Commissioner Pharmacy Meeting August 18th 9-11 am, virtual and in Olympia, WA * NABP and AACP District 6, 7, and 8 Annual Meeting [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.wsparx.org%2Fevents%2FEventDetails.aspx%3Fid=2030881%26group=/1/0100019ed689a574-7fae7ad7-85f2-41c5-aafa-3a2d5e3e499d-000000/F8xEzEebn-M_o34_zoZEfYDXBpw=473] October 18th to 20th, Spokane, WA * WSPA Annual Meeting [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.wsparx.org%2Fevents%2FEventDetails.aspx%3Fid=1849735%26group=/1/0100019ed689a574-7fae7ad7-85f2-41c5-aafa-3a2d5e3e499d-000000/vuyRs61WDroUYWcN0JxmM9Gk7G0=473] November 13-14th, Suncadia Resort, Cle Elum, WA NEW: Text messaging now available!We’ll only send the good stuff: events, calls to action, and important updates. No spam ever. And as always, your information stays private.To opt in, text “1” to 1-855-768-7204.

June 3, 2026 Town Hall for Pharmacy Professionals

Agenda: * PQAC Meeting Recap The Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission had a busy meeting [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fdoh.wa.gov%2Fsites%2Fdefault%2Ffiles%2F2026-05%2F20260528-AG-PH.pdf/1/0100019e8e6f02c8-7fbb4f2e-23d7-4f2f-acf8-ae90f113cf7c-000000/gpM6QkvAQtEjPOmzyIIDxyPYZJI=473] with extensive rulemaking.  * Washington State Community Information Exchange (WA CIE) Comagine Health presents [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.wsparx.org%2Fresource%2Fresmgr%2Ftown_hall_calls%2F20260603_WA_CIE_WSPA_Town_Ha.pdf/1/0100019e8e6f02c8-7fbb4f2e-23d7-4f2f-acf8-ae90f113cf7c-000000/1cLDrDiEMSz3rdOJRXbUwPQiJk8=473] on this vital data connection and resource * CMS Informational Pharmacy Webinar on the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge  [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fcms.zoomgov.com%2Fj%2F1655876706%3Fpwd=kF0u4MmHVR0ZrSLrWkZbbI3MWIxn6O.1/1/0100019e8e6f02c8-7fbb4f2e-23d7-4f2f-acf8-ae90f113cf7c-000000/QQB_IfLWNDQcuU9oyTP316jgI4c=473]: The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is holding an upcoming informational pharmacy webinar on the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge. The webinar will be held on Thursday, June 11th, 2026, from 12:00-1:00 p.m. ET. Please note: This event will be closed to the public and press. * Northwest Pharmacy Convention Reflection * Annual Awards of Distinction Nominations [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.wsparx.org%2Fpage%2FAwards/1/0100019e8e6f02c8-7fbb4f2e-23d7-4f2f-acf8-ae90f113cf7c-000000/J08Aj__66ujp7qbPmtAc0YHMeII=473] Now Open (Due July 10, 2026) * Board of Director Positions [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.wsparx.org%2Fpage%2FBoardofDirectors/1/0100019e8e6f02c8-7fbb4f2e-23d7-4f2f-acf8-ae90f113cf7c-000000/y-zaXOPIqXXYxs2Uaj1abPuoL2c=473] Now Open (Application due July 10, 2026) Upcoming Events: * The next Town Hall will be June 17th. You can also add future dates to your calendar via our event calendar. [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.wsparx.org%2Fevents%2Fevent_list.asp/1/0100019e8e6f02c8-7fbb4f2e-23d7-4f2f-acf8-ae90f113cf7c-000000/lSIz24lWVAiW_ZxwtxynzwYyJpI=473] * WSPA Annual Meeting [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.wsparx.org%2Fevents%2FEventDetails.aspx%3Fid=1849735%26group=/1/0100019e8e6f02c8-7fbb4f2e-23d7-4f2f-acf8-ae90f113cf7c-000000/0-WwQnGB-fWyC9o1TahURB_Zziw=473] November 13-14th, Suncadia Resort, Cle Elum, WA NEW: Text messaging now available!We’ll only send the good stuff: events, calls to action, and important updates. No spam ever. And as always, your information stays private.To opt in, text “1” to 1-855-768-7204.

May 20, 2026 Town Hall for Pharmacy Professionals

Agenda: * ECAPS Bill Scheduled for Markup tomorrow! HR 3164 [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwaysandmeans.house.gov%2Fevent%2Fmarkup-of-h-r-3164-h-r-8163-h-r-8875-h-r-8883-h-r-8871-h-r-8884-h-r-8873-h-r-8872-and-views-and-estimates-letter-to-the-committee-on-the-budget%2F/1/0100019e4686bb53-77251510-85ff-4f82-90cd-1484e7e8b6dd-000000/GvqxxqlCimtb8KLiHi8disMiuZQ=473] - Ensuring Community Access to Pharmacist Services Act would permit pharmacists to bill Medicare as Qualified Health Providers for flu, COVID and Strep Testing. Having a markup is a necessary step to final bill passage. Congresswoman DelBene [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fdelbene.house.gov%2F/1/0100019e4686bb53-77251510-85ff-4f82-90cd-1484e7e8b6dd-000000/lE1ybVWY6lvRJcNEhARLh_oDOd0=473] sits on the committee. Please send her office a note or call of support!  * EthnoMed This non-profit connects providers and patients who come from refugee, immigrant and migrant backgrounds. EthnoMed [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fethnomed.org%2F/1/0100019e4686bb53-77251510-85ff-4f82-90cd-1484e7e8b6dd-000000/XByNSjUPa0qljmyYiiuH1xr4h4k=473] will join the Town Hall call to provide resources [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.wsparx.org%2Fresource%2Fresmgr%2Ftown_hall_calls%2FEthnoMed_Slides.pdf/1/0100019e4686bb53-77251510-85ff-4f82-90cd-1484e7e8b6dd-000000/-oMZaZqKmliKcENBkUzfwqpoYe8=473] for pharmacy practitioners.  * Mifepristone Mail order and community pharmacy access maintained [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.scotusblog.com%2F2026%2F05%2Fcourt-allows-for-access-to-abortion-pill-by-mail-for-now%2F/1/0100019e4686bb53-77251510-85ff-4f82-90cd-1484e7e8b6dd-000000/4JCgrsXo7dQHHnalI2GkyFHCvTE=473] by the Supreme Court last week.  * UMPJE Coming to Washington - The Universal Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Exam [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fnabp.pharmacy%2Fprograms%2Fexaminations%2Fmpje%2Funiform-mpje%2F/1/0100019e4686bb53-77251510-85ff-4f82-90cd-1484e7e8b6dd-000000/GQRXLEUvKp-ThdTHJfww6dOU10M=473] is coming to Washington State. We will discuss what the UMPJE is, and highlight the PQAC Adoption Dates [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fcontent.govdelivery.com%2Faccounts%2FWADOH%2Fbulletins%2F413e83e/1/0100019e4686bb53-77251510-85ff-4f82-90cd-1484e7e8b6dd-000000/FC2XAtAVjejgDy3yCbsuQBwZzXA=473].   * Annual Awards of Distinction Nominations [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.wsparx.org%2Fpage%2FAwards/1/0100019e4686bb53-77251510-85ff-4f82-90cd-1484e7e8b6dd-000000/IoqIhVxzboR1ETEqLMvQUHmtknM=473] Now Open (Due July 10, 2026) * Board of Director Positions [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.wsparx.org%2Fpage%2FBoardofDirectors/1/0100019e4686bb53-77251510-85ff-4f82-90cd-1484e7e8b6dd-000000/_sniR6fFElIjuzyZwC0o7cBWcus=473] Now Open (Application due July 10, 2026) Upcoming Events: * The next Town Hall will be May 29th. You can also add future dates to your calendar via our event calendar. [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.wsparx.org%2Fevents%2Fevent_list.asp/1/0100019e4686bb53-77251510-85ff-4f82-90cd-1484e7e8b6dd-000000/vgbQN9wEFynPFmZe2qwm6rswUY4=473] * Integrating Food Security into Reimbursable Value-Based Models [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.wsparx.org%2Fevents%2FEventDetails.aspx%3Fid=2061295%26group=/1/0100019e4686bb53-77251510-85ff-4f82-90cd-1484e7e8b6dd-000000/kfBUZHo2OUXCaQff79euHPJlyL8=473] - DOH Webinar, May 21st 12 PM  * Northwest Pharmacy Convention [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.wsparx.org%2Fevents%2FEventDetails.aspx%3Fid=1990230%26group=/1/0100019e4686bb53-77251510-85ff-4f82-90cd-1484e7e8b6dd-000000/Tg1Wzg8blWFiJi-HKy33t3ccZGM=473] May 28th-31st, Coeur d'Alene, ID * WSPA Annual Meeting [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.wsparx.org%2Fevents%2FEventDetails.aspx%3Fid=1849735%26group=/1/0100019e4686bb53-77251510-85ff-4f82-90cd-1484e7e8b6dd-000000/Am3A5mE7p3WhApCFFpaaqoM3rz4=473] November 13-14th, Suncadia Resort, Cle Elum, WA NEW: Text messaging now available!We’ll only send the good stuff: events, calls to action, and important updates. No spam ever. And as always, your information stays private.To opt in, text “1” to 1-855-768-7204.

May 6, 2026 Town Hall for Pharmacy Professionals

Agenda: * Drug Take-Back Program Sunset Review The Drug Take-Back Program was created in the legislature to go through January 1st, 2029, and is undergoing a review. This review will make a recommendation to change, continue or terminate the program. We intend for the pharmacy community to be involved in their research and fact finding.  * Mifepristone access may be limited following action by the 5th Circuit Court [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.supremecourt.gov%2FDocketPDF%2F25%2F25A1207%2F407852%2F20260502123120215_Danco%2520Stay%2520Appendix%25205-2-26.pdf/1/0100019dfe784317-8e7f9813-8b33-4074-9a52-51cdfbfc113f-000000/O7rvVOmg9zn5ABrYrLcg8mxkbnc=473], but is stayed until May 11th [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.supremecourt.gov%2Forders%2Fcourtorders%2F050426zr1_f2bh.pdf/1/0100019dfe784317-8e7f9813-8b33-4074-9a52-51cdfbfc113f-000000/RhUBbdtB1EqMe644bieXdiZn720=473].   * Ambulatory Care Academy Spring Meeting Recap * Technician Spring Fling Meeting Recap  * Annual Awards of Distinction Nominations [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.wsparx.org%2Fpage%2FAwards/1/0100019dfe784317-8e7f9813-8b33-4074-9a52-51cdfbfc113f-000000/7Uzx2FVuBDito5Rr1STnCSZ7E0g=473] Now Open (Due July 10, 2026) * Board of Director Positions [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.wsparx.org%2Fpage%2FBoardofDirectors/1/0100019dfe784317-8e7f9813-8b33-4074-9a52-51cdfbfc113f-000000/uQ7lMxBnJA9AD8VbY7Rojq7ByRc=473] Now Open (Application due July 10, 2026) Upcoming Events: * The next Town Hall will be May 29th. You can also add future dates to your calendar via our event calendar. [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.wsparx.org%2Fevents%2Fevent_list.asp/1/0100019dfe784317-8e7f9813-8b33-4074-9a52-51cdfbfc113f-000000/LiwZp1Mslb5sDZDTDHsHt9FG41Q=473] * Health System Leadership Meeting [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.wsparx.org%2Fevents%2FEventDetails.aspx%3Fid=2053920%26group=/1/0100019dfe784317-8e7f9813-8b33-4074-9a52-51cdfbfc113f-000000/ipvUiLlF1XuuEX3USNARD7YCJfc=473], Puyallup, May 8th  * Northwest Pharmacy Convention [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.wsparx.org%2Fevents%2FEventDetails.aspx%3Fid=1990230%26group=/1/0100019dfe784317-8e7f9813-8b33-4074-9a52-51cdfbfc113f-000000/YkKyNiLamzsGMYhG_0JbSSNuLr0=473] May 28th-31st, Coeur d'Alene, ID * WSPA Annual Meeting [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.wsparx.org%2Fevents%2FEventDetails.aspx%3Fid=1849735%26group=/1/0100019dfe784317-8e7f9813-8b33-4074-9a52-51cdfbfc113f-000000/E1fEMzYjWGf015fZiMfHOt8dc_c=473] November 13-14th, Suncadia Resort, Cle Elum, WA NEW: Text messaging now available!We’ll only send the good stuff: events, calls to action, and important updates. No spam ever. And as always, your information stays private.To opt in, text “1” to 1-855-768-7204.

April 22, 2026 Town Hall for Pharmacy Professionals

Agenda: * Rural Health Transformation Project WSPA's project and Workgroup * Mobile Health Outreach Grant Many pharmacies have been providing care and outreach to communities across Washington this year. Project description [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.wsparx.org%2Fnews%2F718297%2FMobile-Health-Outreach-Grant-Opportunity.htm/1/0100019db65b7800-86c52ba5-fd55-4a68-b22b-3f6bd74574af-000000/mYl_CbmuoF0kxykheV2FO_AOKmk=473] and Event Map [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2Fmaps%2Fd%2Fedit%3Fmid=1wytX2x6gQe3eaq1YBfKb97cUokS5Chw%26ll=48.36486745509864%252C-122.50473235773994%26z=8/1/0100019db65b7800-86c52ba5-fd55-4a68-b22b-3f6bd74574af-000000/lpqetBd9NG7qhPyU-ypL37rlsE4=473]. * DOH Equitable Licensing Fees Sessions  [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fcontent.govdelivery.com%2Faccounts%2FWADOH%2Fbulletins%2F4136622/1/0100019db65b7800-86c52ba5-fd55-4a68-b22b-3f6bd74574af-000000/yUR_hW9N_50IHsmX-CtBRg63VGk=473]  [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fcontent.govdelivery.com%2Faccounts%2FWADOH%2Fbulletins%2F4136622/2/0100019db65b7800-86c52ba5-fd55-4a68-b22b-3f6bd74574af-000000/b9-D6lABzrd9TaSet6G907ra9eU=473]WSPA will attend these sessions to express concerns about our high license fees, and need to maintain PQAC funding - we don't want to see further increases. * 2026 WSPA Salary Surve [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.surveymonkey.com%2Fr%2F2026WSPASalarySurvey/1/0100019db65b7800-86c52ba5-fd55-4a68-b22b-3f6bd74574af-000000/ybRVCCmh3uza0zRX70lCfyioL8E=473]y We aren't at our goal responses yet!!! Please share with your peers! Respondents have a chance to win a $100 Amazon card. You do not have to be a member to participate.  * Annual Awards of Distinction Nominations [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.wsparx.org%2Fpage%2FAwards/1/0100019db65b7800-86c52ba5-fd55-4a68-b22b-3f6bd74574af-000000/k2zAkZ0oOAVFMIIH8f57ILnhV0s=473] Now Open (Due July 10, 2026) * Board of Director Positions [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.wsparx.org%2Fpage%2FBoardofDirectors/1/0100019db65b7800-86c52ba5-fd55-4a68-b22b-3f6bd74574af-000000/1rjwX4yjxyTrkLhsElCILnMuepg=473] Now Open (Application due July 10, 2026) Upcoming Events: * The next Town Hall will be April 22nd. You can also add future dates to your calendar via our event calendar. [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.wsparx.org%2Fevents%2Fevent_list.asp/1/0100019db65b7800-86c52ba5-fd55-4a68-b22b-3f6bd74574af-000000/hsx-8BSN-CFNtjqIuklJ4M6NWZw=473] * Amb Care Academy Spring Meeting [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.wsparx.org%2Fevents%2FEventDetails.aspx%3Fid=2044866%26group=/1/0100019db65b7800-86c52ba5-fd55-4a68-b22b-3f6bd74574af-000000/3fYHFYLqCugy25IvlUneB0jXvK4=473], April 24, 2026; Hybrid - Online and in Renton * Pharmacy Technician Spring Fling [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.wsparx.org%2Fevents%2FEventDetails.aspx%3Fid=2022526%26group=/1/0100019db65b7800-86c52ba5-fd55-4a68-b22b-3f6bd74574af-000000/dop2ieZGHjj8WlFq1h5gT4UUCgo=473], May 1; 8:00 AM - 2:30 PM - Online and in Renton * Health System Leadership Meeting [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.wsparx.org%2Fevents%2FEventDetails.aspx%3Fid=2053920%26group=/1/0100019db65b7800-86c52ba5-fd55-4a68-b22b-3f6bd74574af-000000/mCHix7AAIql0bgGC2ZQ_lF7HbCI=473], Puyallup, May 8th  * Northwest Pharmacy Convention [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.wsparx.org%2Fevents%2FEventDetails.aspx%3Fid=1990230%26group=/1/0100019db65b7800-86c52ba5-fd55-4a68-b22b-3f6bd74574af-000000/SHMdWs9HPCN_pC-hx5JxOccbcHU=473] May 28th-31st, Coeur d'Alene, ID * WSPA Annual Meeting [https://458rl1jp.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fwww.wsparx.org%2Fevents%2FEventDetails.aspx%3Fid=1849735%26group=/1/0100019db65b7800-86c52ba5-fd55-4a68-b22b-3f6bd74574af-000000/th9mt8b9VaRWttBJjhUNhXRPGkw=473] November 13-14th, Suncadia Resort, Cle Elum, WA NEW: Text messaging now available!We’ll only send the good stuff: events, calls to action, and important updates. No spam ever. And as always, your information stays private. To opt in, text “1” to 1-855-768-7204.