THE BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP
"Once a Member…. Always a Member," PAAS Membership renewals consistently run at 92.5% or higher. Why?
PAAS members enjoy a comprehensive array of invaluable services that include:
EXPERT THIRD-PARTY AUDIT ASSISTANCE
PAAS is now experienced in over 10,361 third-party Audits, saving pharmacies over $52.2 million in third-party charge backs. We won back $128,000 for a single pharmacy. PAAS is the nationally recognized expert in explaining third-party contracts and developing successful Negotiating Strategies.
PRO-PHARMACY ADVOCATE
A voice for fair treatment with Third Parties. PAAS helps you exercise your right to fair treatment in dealing with Third Parties. PAAS is your ombudsman and voice for fair treatment. PAAS will help you challenge unfair third-party practices.
DIRECT AUDIT ASSISTANCE
Each member is entitled to direct assistance with one of our Third Party Analysts. Your partners at PAAS National are the first people to call when notified of an audit. The PAAS staff is ready to swing into action to serve your needs.
Your membership includes a comprehensive array of Audit services from the first moment of audit notification by a Third Party through the finalization of your audit results. Our scope includes experience with literally Dozens of different third-party Audits. We track each Third Party and provide invaluable information to you on their idiosyncrasies.
CONTRACTS EXPLAINED
PAAS analyzes third-party Contracts and Amendments identifying potential risks and the financial implication to you. We will address your specific questions and concerns. You can save time and avoid bad deals with this valuable Service. In 1999, PAAS was selected to operate the Community Pharmacy Contract Clearinghouse for the National Community Pharmacist Association (NCPA). PAAS has reviewed more contracts and has the largest library of third-party contracts than any organization in the country.
NEGOTIATE BETTER CONTRACT TERMS
PAAS will improve your chances to negotiate better contract terms and reimbursements. Learn how to arm yourself with information and knowledge, evaluate reimbursements and develop negotiation strategies. PAAS Members across the country are improving their contract terms with Third Party.
THIRD-PARTY NEWSLINE - THE PAAS NEWSLETTER
Succinct and timely, the Third-Party Newsline is a Member Favorite. The Third-Party Newsline is a newsletter providing up-to-the-minute third-party News, Information, safe Filling and Billing Tips, and Enrollment Updates.
PAAS MEMBER MANUAL
The PAAS Member Manual with third-party Audit information and assistance is an excellent reference source on Third Parties and Audits. The section on Prevention highlights a proactive approach to safe filling and billing procedures that could save your pharmacy thousands of dollars.
PAAS MEMBER FORMS
PAAS provides an array of important forms for Members. Signature Log Forms, Signature Logbooks, Signature Log Postcards, Patient Affidavits, Pharmacy Incident Report Forms, Spanish for Pharmacists Guide, Compounding Protocols and discrepancy Report Forms help you address Third Party requirements.
PROVIDER CONTRACT LIBRARY
PAAS maintains a comprehensive reference library of hundreds of third-party Provider Contracts and Amendments. PAAS can help you understand your third-party contracts..
THIRD-PARTY CONNECTION
At PAAS, we maintain an extensive database of TPAs, PBMs, their key personnel with addresses and telephone numbers. If you are in need of a contact and/or telephone number, there is an excellent chance that PAAS can help you.
LEGAL REFERRAL SERVICE
Unfortunately, some pharmacies may require legal assistance with their Third Party dilemma. PAAS has worked with many attorneys and can assist in your search for legal representation.
LITIGATION CONSULTING-EXPERT WITNESS SERVICES
PAAS President Edward Heckman is experienced in representing clients in civil and criminal proceedings as a Litigation Consultant-Expert Witness. Call PAAS at 1-888-870-7227 for a current rate schedule.
