Tahoe Valley Pharmacy

Douglas Mundy’s experience mirrors that of many pharmacy owners in California. The 90-day inventory audit for controlled substances was a time-consuming task that demanded meticulous attention. “The 90-day inventory audit for controlled substances was a job that was a 4-hour ordeal requiring two people,” Douglas recalls. This not only incurred a significant time cost but also financial resources.

According to the latest salary estimates, the average salary for a pharmacist in California is $79.28/hr and for a technician is $21.10/hr. This amounts to about $100.28/hr for two staff members to complete the 90-day audit.

Enter C2 Keep, a comprehensive solution designed to streamline controlled substance inventory management and enhance compliance. Douglas’ encounter with the application was transformative, as he testifies, “With C2 Keep, there is no more using a pen to record on paper after each prescription fill.” This was a game-changer, eliminating the need for manual recording and double counting. The impact was evident in the significant reduction in fill times or the time it took to complete audits.

The true litmus test for C2 Keep was its ability to revolutionize the daunting 90-day audit process. Doug’s testimonial reflects the transformation: “Now, with C2 Keep, I alone, as the Pharmacist-in-Charge (PIC), complete it accurately in 90 minutes.” This monumental time-saving translated into significant financial savings, reducing the audit cost to an average of about $79.28/hr from more than $100/hr.

One of the most remarkable aspects of C2 Keep’s implementation at Tahoe Valley Pharmacy was its impact on prescription fill times. Douglas explained, “Today, I am very pleased with my controlled substances inventory fill times and have once again approached the 8-minute fill mark per prescription.” Before C2 Keep, Douglas’ fill times had more than doubled to about 17 minutes, and now, the time savings translated into cost savings and more time for patient counseling, a vital aspect of pharmacy practice.

C2 Keep’s impact extended beyond audit efficiency. Douglas highlights, “Being able to have electronic records that are readily retractable and accurate is a great ease for me.” The application’s ability to maintain electronic records not only improved compliance but also simplified the day-to-day challenges of regulatory requirements, providing Douglas with peace of mind.

For Douglas and countless other pharmacy owners, C2 Keep rekindles the enjoyment of pharmacy practice. “Controlled substances inventory management is now an (almost fun) experience that is not a dreaded burden on the PIC,” he shares. The software’s fully integrated and well-thought-out workflows minimize the likelihood of discrepancies and diversions, enhancing the overall integrity of their pharmacy operations.