Independent retail pharmacies are uniquely positioned to expand their services and meet the growing needs of patients in long-term care (LTC) facilities. Whether you’re already serving LTC patients or looking to enter this rewarding market, becoming a Combo Pharmacy—a retail pharmacy that also serves LTC facilities—opens the door to new opportunities for growth, impact, and sustainability.
A Combo Pharmacy is a retail pharmacy that provides medications and services to both walk-in customers and residents of LTC facilities such as assisted living communities, group homes, and skilled nursing facilities. This dual-service model allows pharmacies to diversify revenue streams while delivering high-quality, personalized care to a broader patient population.
MHA has long been recognized for our deep expertise in supporting closed-door LTC pharmacies. As an MHA Combo member, you’re backed by a partner dedicated to helping you deliver exceptional care—whether at the counter or in the community – and will gain access to tools and guidance to support your growth.
As the first Medicare Part D Network for independent LTC pharmacies, and with our national footprint, MHA is uniquely effective in delivering maximum value to our members through our multifaceted LTC Network:
MHA LTC Reimbursement Network
We effectively advocate for LTC pharmacy needs with PBMs and CMS. Our competitive Medicare Part D contracts and reimbursement rates are negotiated to appropriately recognize the value and services MHA members provide to Plan beneficiaries.
Generic Effective Rate (GER) Contracting Protections
MHA’s premier Medicare Part D GER contracting is supported by reimbursement protection for underpayments.
Our GPO services help pharmacies purchase smarter by leveraging savings programs not offered anywhere else, making each dollar go further.
MHA negotiates competitive contracts and favorable terms for our members, including exclusives not found anywhere else. We continue to expand our portfolio of contracts to support member operations with a full line of branded and generic pharmaceuticals, medical supplies, and business products and services.
MHA members can access advanced pharmacy management software solutions from Net–Rx™ at a discount, bringing you even more savings and business insights. As the recognized leader in pharmacy reimbursement, reconciliation, and business analytics, Net-Rx’s innovative software and services can help maximize opportunities, minimize risk, reduce operational costs, and increase profits.
Are you a retail pharmacy looking to expand into LTC? MHA guides you through every phase of establishing your LTC combo pharmacy—from assessing readiness and navigating regulatory requirements, to connecting you with packaging and technology solution vendors, and more—promoting a smooth, compliant, and profitable transition into long-term care services.
Whether you’re just starting or ready to scale, we’re here to help you succeed in the Combo space. Our team of experts will guide you every step of the way.
Contact us to learn how we can support your journey into long-term care.