JPS Health Network has earned URAC Specialty Pharmacy Accreditation – Version 5.0 – recognition of the highest standards in specialty pharmacy services. This designation underscores JPS’ commitment to excellence in patient care, medication safety, and advanced therapies for individuals with complex and chronic conditions.
JPS Specialty Pharmacy, which opened in November 2019, was created to improve patient and employee access to outpatient specialty medications – often among the most difficult to obtain, manage, and afford. In just six years, the Specialty Pharmacy has grown to serve thousands of JPS patients and employees, supporting providers and clinics in delivering advanced treatment plans and quality programs that optimize outcomes.
The accreditation affirms that JPS’ infusion pharmacy delivers safe, effective, and compassionate care that helps patients live healthier lives. It also builds on the JPS Specialty Pharmacy’s Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC) accreditation, further confirming the strength of JPS operations and patient-focused practices.
“This accreditation is a reflection of the outstanding work of our pharmacy team and their commitment to patient care,” said Steven Schultz, Vice President, Pharmacy Services at JPS Health Network. “We are proud to meet the high standards of URAC and to continue providing safe, effective, and compassionate specialty pharmacy services to our community.”
URAC’s Resident and CEO, Shawn Griffin, MD, added, “Now more than ever, specialty pharmacies are an essential part of the patient care team and patient experience. URAC congratulates JPS Health Network on their achievement of Specialty Pharmacy Accreditation. This achievement demonstrates excellence in pharmacy operations, product handling, patient education, and patient management. When an organization achieves URAC accreditation, they demonstrate their commitment to improving their quality of care, which is important to patients, providers, and payers.”
URAC is the independent leader in promoting health care quality by setting high standards for clinical practice, consumer protections, performance measurement, operations infrastructure, and risk management.
