Amber Specialty Pharmacy Celebrates Its 25th Anniversary with the Launch of New Transplant Patient Recovery Program

• September 14, 2023
• Amber Specialty Pharmacy
• Press Releases, Transplant

OMAHA, Neb. (Sept. 14, 2023) – In honor of Amber Specialty Pharmacy’s 25th anniversary, the specialty pharmacy provider has launched Vitality, a new six-month transplant recovery program to help support patients and caregivers during the post-transplant period, which is considered the most critical time for those patients.

The new Vitality program helps support patients through billing, medications, dietitian support and patient outreach.

Billing
Transplant billing can be very complex. At Amber Specialty Pharmacy, each patient is assigned a billing specialist who ensures all resources are being utilized to reduce patient expenses and guarantee timely medication delivery. The specialist also walks patients through the intricate billing process of transplant medications with Medicare Part B.

Medications
Transplant medications are unique with complex side effects. Amber Specialty Pharmacy employs pharmacists who have specialized training in transplant care and review each patient’s medications to prevent any drug interactions, as well as adjust medication dosages to help with side effects. Amber Specialty Pharmacy’s team is also available to answer any patient questions 24/7 with a focus on maintaining medication adherence.

Dietitian Support
Many patients experience side effects from transplant medications, which can lead to nutrient deficiencies. Amber Specialty Pharmacy offers patients free dietitian consultations with its in-house registered dietitian who can evaluate patients’ diets and food preferences to help create a personalized plan to support each individual’s health.

Patient Outreach
Throughout the six-month Vitality program, Amber Specialty Pharmacy offers continued outreach and educational resources to help support transplant patients during their recovery journey.

“Since 1998, Amber Specialty Pharmacy has been serving as the premier transplant pharmacy provider to patients across the U.S.,” said Kristin Williams, president of Amber Specialty Pharmacy. “The new Vitality program marks our latest advancement in transplant as we strive to support patients and their caregivers during the post-transplant period with a comprehensive package of services and resources to guide them in their recovery journey.”

Amber Specialty Pharmacy, a Hy-Vee, Inc. subsidiary, is a pioneer and leader in the specialty pharmacy industry with 25 years of experience providing specialized treatment for patients with chronic, complex medical conditions with an emphasis in transplant, infusion and specialty care, which includes rare/orphan drugs and oncology. Amber Specialty Pharmacy is committed to providing a comprehensive care model that supports the medical, emotional, financial and administrative needs of patients across the U.S.

Founded in 1998 in Omaha, the specialty pharmacy provider has grown to operate 5 locations across the U.S. with the ability to ship prescriptions nationwide, including Puerto Rico. Amber Specialty Pharmacy is accredited by the Utilization Review Accreditation Commission (URAC) and the Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC). In 2016, Amber Specialty Pharmacy ranked highest for patient satisfaction among U.S. specialty pharmacies, according to a survey conducted by Zitter Health Insights. Several years later, Amber Specialty Pharmacy was named the 2020 Specialty Pharmacy of the Year by the National Association of Specialty Pharmacy. In 2021, Amber Specialty Pharmacy was selected as one of only a few home-infusion providers in the nation authorized to administer lifesaving monoclonal antibody treatments to combat COVID-19.

For more information about Amber Specialty Pharmacy services, visit www.amberpharmacy.com/vitality-transplant-success-program/.

Amber Specialty Pharmacy, a Hy-Vee, Inc. subsidiary, is a pioneer and leader in the specialty pharmacy industry with 25 years of experience providing specialized care for persons with chronic, complex medical conditions. Amber Specialty Pharmacy has built an exceptional reputation by providing personalized support and quality clinical care to patients and families. This comprehensive care approach supports the medical, emotional, financial and administrative needs of patients throughout the United States. Amber Specialty Pharmacy is accredited by the Utilization Review Accreditation Commission (URAC) and the Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC). Amber Specialty Pharmacy headquarters are located in Omaha, Nebraska, with 5 locations throughout the United States. Amber Specialty Pharmacy was named the 2020 Specialty Pharmacy of the Year by the National Association of Specialty Pharmacy