Hey everybody! The end of 2022 is coming at us like a freight train! On this Festivus, we get the pole out and air our most popular posts in the realm of pharmacy benefits! Happy holidays, and goto costplusdrugs.com for more about Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drugs. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theedutainer/support…

THIS IS THE END. BUT THE BEGINNING - of GREAT SAVINGS - FOR YOU! Don't forget to grab access to the tracker and all of our tools on our spreadsheet for this miniseries - it will remain up for a LIMITED TIME after July 2022: click here and share your email address for access to the tracker. Thanks everyone for listening! It has been an honor to shar…

Today - let's talk about controlled substances, medical tourism, and coming to the end of our series. 😢 ****DISCLAIMERS: THESE PRICE COMPARISONS ARE NOT PROMOTIONAL. THE MANUFACTURERS WERE NOT INVOLVED IN THE MAKING OF THIS PODCAST MINISERIES. THESE WERE REQUESTS FROM PODCAST LISTENERS ON DRUG PRICING EXAMPLES ONLY - TO BE USED FOR EDUCATIONAL PURP…

****DISCLAIMERS: THESE PRICE COMPARISONS ARE NOT PROMOTIONAL. THE MANUFACTURERS WERE NOT INVOLVED IN THE MAKING OF THIS PODCAST MINISERIES. THESE WERE REQUESTS FROM PODCAST LISTENERS ON DRUG PRICING EXAMPLES ONLY - TO BE USED FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND NOT PROMOTIONAL IN NATURE. NOTE AS WELL THAT ANY OPINIONS EXPRESSED BELOW ARE BY PODCAST H…

****DISCLAIMERS: THESE PRICE COMPARISONS ARE NOT PROMOTIONAL. THE MANUFACTURERS WERE NOT INVOLVED IN THE MAKING OF THIS PODCAST MINISERIES. THESE WERE REQUESTS FROM PODCAST LISTENERS ON DRUG PRICING EXAMPLES ONLY - TO BE USED FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND NOT PROMOTIONAL IN NATURE. NOTE AS WELL THAT ANY OPINIONS EXPRESSED BELOW ARE BY PODCAST H…

Beware the silly drugs...today we're going to talk about a way that some manufacturers jack up prices on brand prescription drugs by thousands when combined into one tablet or pill, when two or more active ingredients by themselves cost pennies. Don't get caught in this quagmire! We'll tell you what questions to ask you provider in order to AVOID t…

PRICE DROP ALERT AND NEW NDCS ADDED ALERT - check them out at costplusdrugs.com! Patient Advocacy or Assistance Programs (PAPs) Part 2 today! There's also foundation funding out there for drugs - they aren't as abundant as manufacturer PAP programs, but...it's another option. NeedyMeds Advocate Finder: https://www.needymeds.org/local-programs And o…

PRICE DROP ALERT AND NEW NDCS ADDED ALERT - check them out at costplusdrugs.com! Today is HUGE for the millions of Americans who have NO healthcare insurance! What are we talking about: specialty drugs and patient assistance programs (PAPs). Go over to our tracker and request access to see all the organizations I discuss today: The Ways to Save Pha…

PRICE DROP ALERT AND NEW NDCS ADDED ALERT - check them out at costplusdrugs.com! Nonprofit pharmacies, anyone? Today, we explore some Midwestern options and you can alternatively dial 2-1-1 on your phone to get connected to resources like nonprofit pharmacies. BTW - the link to our ways to save google tracker is here. --- Support this podcast: http…

PRICE DROP ALERT AND NEW NDCS ADDED ALERT - check them out at costplusdrugs.com! Let's talk about coupons - part 2! Today, I'll walk you through how to Google or online search your way to brand and specialty drug copay coupons. Note: these are not coupons like GoodRx or SingleCare - these are coupons specifically to help you get the cost of your co…

PRICE DROP ALERT AND NEW NDCS ADDED ALERT - check them out at costplusdrugs.com! Meow! 🐱 Woof! 🐶 Chirp! 🐥 We're talking pet meds today! BTW - if you would like access to our ways to save on Rx drugs site tracker - you may request access to it here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theedutainer/support…

PRICE DROP ALERT AND NEW NDCS ADDED ALERT - check them out at costplusdrugs.com! We're going to the club today! 😎 We're talking membership clubs today - and why you might want to check in with these programs to find the lowest price for your Rx drugs. BTW - if you would like access to our ways to save on Rx drugs site tracker - you may request acce…

PRICE DROP ALERT AND NEW NDCS ADDED ALERT - check them out at costplusdrugs.com! Discount card day - the day you've been waiting for! And for good reasons - there's nearly 20 sites now where you can shop for prescription drugs - from your sofa! We're talking more than just GoodRx and SingleCare today too. Want the secret list of all coupon discount…

Today - we give you an ANTI-way to save: Canadian Drug Importation. Listen in for all the reasons why this is not a good way to save on your prescription drugs. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theedutainer/support

CAUTION: Today's episode is not for everyone. It takes some extra time, communication with your healthcare team and education. Today, we're going to talk about....tablet splitting to save money. Here are some other online resources for more on the subject - but please do talk to your provider and your pharmacist before going here! FDA - Best Practi…

Meijer: Free select antibiotics: https://www.meijer.com/services/pharmacy/free-prescriptions.html NCPA: Find a Local Independent Pharmacy: https://ncpa.org/pharmacy-locator --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theedutainer/support

This episode should be called Orange, Purple and You...but I'll let you listen in as to why. 🧡 💜 😉 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theedutainer/support

Is there...an app for that? 📲 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theedutainer/support

Anybody love a good bulk buy? Me too! Today's tip - buy those maintenance drugs in bulk! Think beyond the 30, even 90-day fill if you can. Note that not every state allows longer that 90 day prescriptions - please keep that in mind when asking your pharmacist if you may buy in bulk! Also, some products can only be purchased at a smaller quantity du…

My FAVORITE F word is explored today - and there's not one tip, but TWO for you to save on your prescription drugs today, friends! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theedutainer/support

What is a Drug Formulary, and why do we care? Breaking it down for you today - my fellow Americans! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theedutainer/support

Let's talk more veggie soup in Healthcare - the FSA and the HSA - what's the diff, and can these be used at the pharmacy? Here's a good article on the differences: https://www.forbes.com/advisor/taxes/healthcare-fsa-vs-hsa/#:~:text=Your%20FSA%20is%20owned%20by,your%20HSA%20funds%20with%20you.&text=Contributions%20made%20to%20an%20FSA,to%20payroll%2…

The new miniseries season 6.5 of The Edutainer Podcast is back! And - just for the month of July - we'll be bringing you ONE way to save on your prescription drugs. It's the American way to shop and save - and we're here to help! Tip 1 - Get that SBC from your employer - or Summary of Benefits & Coverage - here's a sample (blanked out): https://www…

All the other tips were about you, boo. Today's tip is about you...helping your tribe. BTW: Please support The Edutainer Podcast and get access to more goodies this year at: https://www.patreon.com/TheEdutainer My other links: https://linktr.ee/erinalbert --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theedutainer/support…

We begin the ending or end the beginning of a new season here - with our final episode of season 6. Thank you to ALL the listeners for your advice, ideas, guests for sharing their stories and this entire experience throughout the years. You all have been the BEST! Top 7 miniseries of all time are covered today. Let's stay in touch: My website - eri…

It's time - to clean up that social media! Here's how I tackle it every new year.... BTW: Please support The Edutainer Podcast and get access to more goodies this year at: https://www.patreon.com/TheEdutainer My other links: https://linktr.ee/erinalbert --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theedutainer/support…

Today - check those travel docs - are they expiring? US Passports - info here. TSA Precheck. BTW: Please support The Edutainer Podcast and get access to more goodies this year at: https://www.patreon.com/TheEdutainer My other links: https://linktr.ee/erinalbert --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theedutainer/support…

Not sexy - but don't want to get stranded! Today's tip is to check your driver's license, car insurance and license plates for expirations this year. BTW: Please support The Edutainer Podcast and get access to more goodies this year at: https://www.patreon.com/TheEdutainer My other links: https://linktr.ee/erinalbert --- Support this podcast: https…

Ugh - I am the first one to admit that this is probably my least favorite tip - but one that HAS to be done this time of year - clearing the books and starting over again for your tax documentation - either personally, or if you're a business owner, or both. I LOVE MY ACCOUNTANT because I hate doing accounting - I dedicate this episode to HER! BTW:…

Let's talk education for 2022 - what is it that you're committing to learning this year? Also - we'll discuss a few ways you can learn - for free, for pay or even full time back at University. Today's episode is sponsored by: The Pharm, LLC 2022-23 list of Certificates, Certifications and Professional Designations for Healthcare and Pharmacy. Learn…

You've got your goals, your LI profile, your resume and/or your CV ready to go for the new year - but wait! That's not all. Today - let's talk about updating your bio and Media kit. If you need ideas here - just google your favorite authors or podcasters and "bio" or "media kit" and see what pops up. BTW: Please support The Edutainer Podcast and ge…

Get out those resumes and CVs and polish them up! BTW: Please support The Edutainer Podcast and get access to more goodies this year at: https://www.patreon.com/TheEdutainer My other links: https://linktr.ee/erinalbert --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theedutainer/support…

Don't be a sad mac today like Carrie - remember that SATC episode?!? Today's tip is SO IMPORTANT! Clean up those electronic devices. BTW: Please support The Edutainer Podcast and get access to more goodies this year at: https://www.patreon.com/TheEdutainer My other links: https://linktr.ee/erinalbert --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spo…

Seriously - I saved the most important for the middle of this series, people! If you don't listen to any other episodes, this is definitely the one you want to listen in on for the new year. Today, I share my own goal writing process for each new year. Of course, you want your own goals to be SMART - Here's a pretty way to visualize them: https://w…

Hello my lovelies! Here's one of my all-time favorite tips for the Hunt for Happiness Week this week - GREAT BOOKS to read! 1. You have to use Google Chrome for this tip and use Amazon.com. 2. If you use Chrome, download the Library Extension in Google Chrome Web Store: https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/library-extension/chkgcmmjoejpekoegke…

Hoping you're not overwhelmed yet - no no. Can't have that! But if you haven't completed the other suggestions - NO WORRIES. Not here to overwhelm. Just here to present you with different new year's approaches. Here's another simple one: What do you want to start, stop and keep doing in the new year? Get a piece of paper, landscape it. Write Start,…

LinkedIn is constantly changing - but here are some recent sources on how to clean up your profile: Basics: https://www.sparkamplab.com/post/how-to-improve-your-linkedin-profile 21 Easy Steps - Hubspot: https://blog.hubspot.com/marketing/linkedin-profile-perfection-cheat-sheet Summary under Career Development at LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/f…

I am NOT a financial planner, nor guru. BUT - I am paranoid...about my retirement. Today's tip is a good way to take a picture of your current finances, and then figure out if you're on the right track or not. If you're not, then please see a certified financial planner - they can help you! BTW: Please support The Edutainer Podcast and get access t…

Easy to say, harder to do - today's tip #7 - Clean up your space, so you can create space to let in the new! BTW: Please support The Edutainer Podcast and get access to more goodies this year at: https://www.patreon.com/TheEdutainer My other links: https://linktr.ee/erinalbert --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theedu…

Today's Tip 6 - FLOWER POWER! The book: What Color is Your Parachute 2022? And the flower exercise: https://amzn.to/32ypgYF BTW: Please support The Edutainer Podcast and get access to more goodies this year at: https://www.patreon.com/TheEdutainer My other links: https://linktr.ee/erinalbert --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/…

Two ways to Vision Board up a great 2022 in tip #5: 1. Digital - via PPTX, Google Slides or Pinterest 2. Physical - with magazines and newspapers - old stuff that you're recycling anyway BTW: Please support The Edutainer Podcast and get access to more goodies this year at: https://www.patreon.com/TheEdutainer My other links: https://linktr.ee/erina…

Super easy peasy tip today - the power of the bedside journal - used 2 ways! BTW: Please support The Edutainer Podcast and get access to more goodies this year at: https://www.patreon.com/TheEdutainer My other links: https://linktr.ee/erinalbert --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theedutainer/support…

Gearing up for your with Tip 3 to get clear on your strengths! Strengthsfinder 2.0 book - https://amzn.to/3JxFT7c High5 Test: https://high5test.com/ Entrepreneurial Strengthsinder book - https://amzn.to/3mNCxmY BTW: Please support The Edutainer Podcast and get access to more goodies this year at: https://www.patreon.com/TheEdutainer My other links:…

Tip 1 yesterday assessed your values. Today, we're going to see if you walk the values talk with a VIRTUES calendar assessment. BTW - Kyle Westaway has an awesome year-end assessment that you can find when you subscribe to his newsletter: https://weekendbriefing.com/ (Episode # 411 has the assessment kit in it.) BTW: Please support The Edutainer Po…

...And we're back! It's good to be back amongst friends. Happy New Year, everyone! This year and on season 6 of The Edutainer Podcast. Today, we begin a NEW MINISERIES - 22 Ways to Have an AWESOME New Year. Tip 1 - Values - what are they? (Hint: Google "Personal Values Card Sort") BTW: Please support The Edutainer Podcast and get access to more goo…

Hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving (or Thursday if you're OUS) and... ...that's a wrap, y'all! This is the FINAL episode of Season 5 of The Edutainer Podcast. Thank you so much to all the superfans (if you're not a superfan, BTW, you should consider it at: https://www.patreon.com/TheEdutainer because their content will continue at the blog post…

If you've been a pharmacist for a while and you're contemplating law school - this is YOUR episode! More on the combo of pharmacy and law: https://www.aspl.org/daspl --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theedutainer/support

It's always the BEST day in social media - #SMDames21 is here! And...Season 5 is winding up very soon. BUT - I always keep the lines of communication open with my peeps at the Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/TheEdutainer. Happy Dames Day! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theedutainer/support…

T minus 6 weeks to...2022? Anybody ready? I'm not. But, I'm getting there. Here are a few ideas for all of us on how to get there to the best of our abilities. See you this week? (FEI, IASBO or #SMDames21?) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theedutainer/support

🎄 Whoopsie - so much going on - still! And the holidaze is upon us! 😿 Cat drama! What to do if your indoor cat went missing: I found this article, and most of all, putting your scented clothes out near the garage door cracked open - that should drive your cat's sense of smell back home. 📲 Social Media Dames Unconference 11/19/21 tix: https://www.ev…