Program Description
Collaborative practice
agreements (CPAs) can be significantly impactful opportunities for oncology
pharmacists to expand their roles and contribute to patient care. Several
studies have documented the benefits of CPAs in enhancing patient safety,
facilitating more timely access to care, and generating greater efficiencies
and cost-effectiveness in oncology pharmacy practice. However, the
implementation of CPAs is often hindered by significant challenges and
inconsistencies, including a lack of standardized state-level and federal
policies, which creates a fragmented and confusing regulatory environment for
pharmacists. Oncology pharmacists need to understand the essential elements of
CPAs not only within their geographic practice areas but also within their
physical practice sites. The 2025 Directions in Oncology Pharmacy keynote
address will provide a comprehensive overview of how oncology pharmacists may
participate in CPAs in a variety of oncology practice settings. The essential
components of a CPA as well as examples of specific variations of CPAs will be
reviewed. Key discussion points will center on specific institutional protocols
needed to effectively operate under the CPA and assess what services oncology
pharmacists can provide, what resources are available, and how to best
integrate them into the existing team.
Target Audience: Oncology Pharmacist
Type of Activity: Knowledge
Release date: December
5, 2025
Expiration date: December
5, 2026
Learner
level: Foundational,
Intermediate
Time to complete activity: 1.0 hour
Fee: Free
Educational Objectives
At the completion of this activity, participants will be able to:
- Review essential components of a collaborative practice agreement (CPA) for oncology pharmacists
- Discuss current policies affecting CPAs, including key enablers and limitations
- Outline strategies to ensure adherence to CPA policies and to measure the impact of pharmacist-led interventions
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