Abstract
There are several transformative features of the 2 landmark health-care reform laws passed by the Congress and signed into law by the President in March. The most critical elements that will impact pharmacists and patients are categorized into 6 key areas in this commentary: health insurance reform; improvements in Medicare and Medicaid; pharmacy practice expansion; health professions education and workforce initiatives; prevention and wellness; and enhanced access to affordable medications. The relevant features of these new opportunities are presented and the implications for pharmacists and their patients are discussed.
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