National Community Pharmacists Association

10/31/2026

✨ Meet Your Team: Steve Postal, senior director of policy and regulatory affairs

Steve joined NCPA in 2022, bringing more than 10 years of health care policy experience and a background in health law. Today, he works on federal regulatory analysis, engages with federal agencies on behalf of members, and keeps members informed about the latest policy developments.

Steve is especially proud of sharing NCPA’s advocacy work through industry presentations, webinars, and publications. He also staffs NCPA’s Compounding Committee and 340B Task Force.

🎶🎬 Outside of work, he enjoys writing for trade publications, listening to music and catching movies in theaters.

📖 Read more about Steve in this month’s issue of America’s Pharmacist®: https://ncpa.org/americas-pharmacist
🤝 Not a member yet? Join now: https://ncpa.org/membership

10/30/2026

🧛 PBMs have been sucking the lifeblood out of community pharmacy for years.

The scariest thing this Halloween would be letting PBMs write the rules. CMS is asking what's "reasonable and relevant" in Medicare Part D, and this is your chance to influence how reimbursement works and ensure pharmacies have a voice in the process!

🦇 Don't let the vampires get the last bite.

Submit your comments: https://bit.ly/4bgWXeZ

10/29/2026

🚨Happening tomorrow at 12 p.m. ET! NCPA staff, joined by pharmacy owner and NCPA Vice President Brian Hose, will go in-depth about the opportunity to respond to CMS' request for information on reasonable and relevant contract terms

They'll give a primer on the legislation and rulemaking process followed by a discussion on NCPA resources and best practices for responding.

Make your voice heard in the RFI by Nov. 23. 🗣️

🔗 Register today: https://bit.ly/3UiC93F
Submit your comments with our template: https://ncpa.org/legislative-action-center

Your chance to be heard is now! Join NCPA Staff and pharmacy owner and NCPA Vice President Brian Hose to learn more about the opportunity to respond to CMS' request for information on reasonable and relevant contract terms. Speakers will give a primer on the legislation and rulemaking process follow...

10/29/2026

🤑 Putting money where our mouth is.

From PBM reform to advocacy staffing and communications, NCPA’s new State Advocacy Grant Program is designed to help state-based pharmacy advocacy organizations move community pharmacy priority initiatives forward. Get the details from NCPA’s Anne Cassity and Lucas Coody on the latest episode of Independent Rx Forum.

🎧 Listen to the whole episode: https://bit.ly/3tUJsS5

10/28/2026

💙 Caring for a loved one can bring emotional, physical, and practical challenges, making support for caregivers essential.

Join our Learning Hour webinar on Nov. 19 at 2 p.m. ET to learn about the caregiver experience, strategies to support their well-being, available resources, and how community pharmacy teams can lighten the load them and their families.

Hear firsthand perspectives and discover practical ways your pharmacy can make a meaningful difference in the lives of caregivers.

🔗 Register now:

*Rescheduled from Nov 5 to Nov 19* Caring for a loved one can bring significant emotional, physical, and practical challenges. This Learning Hour will explore the caregiver experience, strategies for supporting caregiver well-being, available resources, and opportunities for community pharmacy teams...

10/28/2026

📣 “Some of the most important victories for patients and pharmacies will be won one state at a time,” says NCPA CEO Douglas Hoey.

NCPA is now offering a new opportunity to turn state-level advocacy priorities into action with the ultimate goal of benefiting community pharmacies, their patients, and communities.

Our State Advocacy Grant Program provides an opportunity for strategic funding to state-based pharmacy advocacy organizations pursuing legislative and regulatory initiatives that align with pro-pharmacy priorities. It pairs financial support with regular engagement and advocacy expertise to help state organizations, and NCPA members build momentum for meaningful pharmacy reforms.

💡 Learn more: https://bit.ly/4zlojx2

10/27/2026

📢 Now is the time to make your voice heard!

Join our webinar this Friday, Oct. 30 at 12 p.m. ET to learn more about the opportunity to respond to CMS' request for information on reasonable and relevant contract terms.

NCPA staff, joined by pharmacy owner and NCPA Vice President Brian Hose, will give a primer on the legislation and rulemaking process followed by a discussion on NCPA resources and best practices for responding. Comments on the RFI are due Nov. 23, so don't delay!

🔗 Register now: https://bit.ly/3UiC93F
Ready to submit comments? Check out our template: https://ncpa.org/legislative-action-center

Your chance to be heard is now! Join NCPA Staff and pharmacy owner and NCPA Vice President Brian Hose to learn more about the opportunity to respond to CMS' request for information on reasonable and relevant contract terms. Speakers will give a primer on the legislation and rulemaking process follow...

10/27/2026

💊 “Pharmacy is infrastructure.”

NCPA CEO Douglas Hoey joins hosts John Beckner and Ed Cohen in the podcast booth at to discuss why community pharmacies are essential to health care, the momentum behind independent pharmacy, PBM reform, and how owners can turn good ideas into action.

🎧 Listen to the latest episode: https://youtu.be/6QjqIgqUQHA

10/26/2026

🤝 Community pharmacies are uniquely positioned to support patients living with or at risk for diabetes.

On Nov. 4 at 2 p.m. ET, join a Community Connected webinar, a CPESN® initiative, focused on ways pharmacy teams can work with community stakeholders to expand access to diabetes education, screening, and chronic disease services.

The session will also explore myths, stigma, and cultural factors that can influence diabetes care and patient engagement.

🔗 Secure your spot:

10/25/2026

💙 “It feels so good to be able to offer [services] and take care of the patients that normally are not being taken care of...”

In a new documentary, NCPA examines the pharmacy desert crisis in Milwaukee through the eyes of independent community pharmacists who are filling in the gaps.

🎥 Watch in full: https://youtu.be/3KR1BOw38ac