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CH. 13 terms
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Copayment | The portion of the prescription bill that the patient is responsible for paying |
| Deductible | The amount paid by a policyholder out of pocket before the insurance company pays the claim |
| Direct manufacturer ordering | Pharmacies may join a group purchasing organization(GPO) and contract directly with the manufacturer to obtain better pricing |
| Drug utilization evaluation(DUE) or review (DUR) | An ongoing review by a pharmacist of the prescribing, dispensing, and use of medications, based on predetermined criteria, to decide whether changes need to be made in a patient's drug therapy. |
| Formulary | A list of preapproved medications that are covered under a prescription plan or within an institution |