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Designated Representative Online Training Courses

California

If you are applying for a California Designated Representative license, then you’re also going to need to include proof of required training (specifically, a training affidavit) in your license application packet. Earn a training affidavit (accepted by the Board) by taking any one of our courses. Offered continuously by SkillsPlus International Inc. since 2002.

California Designated Representative Online Training Courses:

• Wholesaler - $525 per student
• 3PL (third-party logistics provider) - $525 per student
• Reverse Distributor - $625 per student

Florida

Florida requires Designated Representatives working at drug and device wholesalers to be trained in specific Florida pharmacy laws, rules, and regulations.  

Check out Florida Certified Designated Representative training for wholesalers by CDR Resource Center. Learn more about: 

• Florida Certified Designated Representative (CDR) laws and rules examination preparation.
• Consulting expertise in prescription drug regulations and wholesale distribution compliance. 
• State licensing support.

Exemptee Online Training Certification Class

If you are applying for a California Exemptee license, you'll need to include proof of required training in your license application. Take this online course to earn a course completion certificate for your license application. The longest continuously offered class for HMDR Exemptee license applicants, taught by SkillsPlus International Inc.

Accepted by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) - Food and Drug Branch. Earns a CDPH-recognized course completion certificate.

• California HMDR Exemptee Online Training Certification Class - $525 per student

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Designated Representative Training | Exemptee Training. California Designated Representative online training courses. Florida CDR training and examination preparation. California HMDR Exemptee online training certification.

For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training  
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

Hackers targeting groups involved in COVID-19 vaccine distribution, IBM warns - Reuters

• California - Florida - Designated Representative Training. California Designated Representative online training for 3PL and wholesalers. Florida Certified Designated Representative (CDR) training and examination preparation.

According to the article:

"IBM’s cybersecurity unit said it had detected an advanced group of hackers working to gather information about different aspects of the cold chain, using meticulously crafted booby-trapped emails sent in the name of an executive with Haier Biomedical, a Chinese cold chain provider that specializes in vaccine transport and biological sample storage.  ...

The hackers went through “an exceptional amount of effort,” said IBM analyst Claire Zaboeva, who helped draft the report. Hackers researched the correct make, model, and pricing of various Haier refrigeration units, Zaboeva said."

Read the full source article: Hackers targeting groups involved in COVID-19 vaccine distribution, IBM warns - Reuters

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California - Florida - Designated Representative Training. California Designated Representative online training for 3PL and wholesalers. Florida Certified Designated Representative (CDR) training and examination preparation. California HMDR Exemptee Training Certification.

For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training - New!
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

Six Crucial Trends Facing U.S. Drug Wholesalers - Drug Channels

• California Designated Representative Training - Board-approved online training courses for wholesalers, 3PL, reverse distributors. Earns a training affidavit accepted by the Board for your license application.

According to the article:

"This year has demonstrated the underlying resilience of U.S. distribution channels for prescription drugs. Pharmaceutical wholesalers have maintained shipments and operational capacity. They are now poised to play a vital role in distributing COVID-19 vaccines and therapeutics as they become available. However, there are substantial uncertainties about the timing and level of financial impact on wholesalers’ economics.

Below, I highlight six trends that will affect the U.S. drug wholesaling industry."

Read the full source article:  Six Crucial Trends Facing U.S. Drug Wholesalers - Drug Channels

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California Designated Representative Training - Board-approved online training courses for wholesalers, 3PL, reverse distributors. Earns a training affidavit accepted by the Board for your license application.

For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training - New!
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

ATS makes recommendations on home oxygen therapy for COPD - HME News

• California Home Medical Device Retail Exemptee Training - online training certification course for HMDR. This online training certification course: 1) offers a course completion certificate for your application, 2) satisfies Exemptee license application requirements, and 3) is also appropriate for those responsible for overseeing prescription devices (e.g., business owners, managers, etc.).

Read the full source article:  ATS makes recommendations on home oxygen therapy for COPD - HME News

According to the article:

"The American Thoracic Society has posted online its latest clinical practice guideline on home oxygen therapy, addressing long-term and ambulatory therapy for adults with COPD. 

The guideline makes the following recommendations: 

• In adults with COPD who have severe chronic resting room air hypoxemia, we recommend prescribing long-term oxygen therapy at least 15 hours per day. 
• In adults with COPD who have moderate chronic resting room air hypoxemia, we suggest not prescribing LTOT. 
• In adults with COPD who have severe exertional room air hypoxemia we suggest prescribing ambulatory oxygen."

Additional References:

• Home Oxygen Therapy for Adults with Chronic Lung Disease. An Official American Thoracic Society Clinical Practice Guideline - ATS Journals
• Home Oxygen Therapy for Adults with Chronic Lung Disease. An Official American Thoracic Society Clinical Practice Guideline (formatted in journal article form)

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California Home Medical Device Retail Exemptee Training - online training certification course for HMDR. This online training certification course: 1) offers a course completion certificate for your application, 2) satisfies Exemptee license application requirements, and 3) is also appropriate for those responsible for overseeing prescription devices (e.g., business owners, managers, etc.).

For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training  
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

People with Sleep Apnea Disproportionately Admitted to Hospital for COVID-19 - Sleep Review

• Buy now! California Exemptee Training Certification Course.
• California Exemptee Training - online training certification course for home medical device retailers (HMDR). This online training certification course: 1) offers a course completion certificate for your application, 2) satisfies Exemptee license application requirements, and 3) is also appropriate for those responsible for overseeing prescription devices (e.g., business owners, managers, etc.).

Read the full article:  People with Sleep Apnea Disproportionately Admitted to Hospital for COVID-19 - Sleep Review

According to the article:

"The comparison of the register information revealed that 29% of the patients admitted to hospital care had already been diagnosed with sleep apnea. The number is significant, as only 3.1% of the population of Southwest Finland is getting treatment for sleep apnea. Even though the total number of patients in the study was low, the share of sleep apnea patients was high. The extent of sleep apnea among the patients cannot only be explained by the obesity often met in sleep apnea patients, being one of the already known risk factors for severe COVID-19.

“The finding was strong enough to justify the question of sleep apnea as a risk factor for COVID-19. In principle, a patient may need hospital care when they have a COVID-19 infection if they also have sleep apnea. Sleep apnea anticipates a severe form of COVID-19,” Feuth says."

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California Exemptee Training - online training certification course for home medical device retailers (HMDR). This online training certification course: 1) offers a course completion certificate for your application, 2) satisfies Exemptee license application requirements, and 3) is also appropriate for those responsible for overseeing prescription devices (e.g., business owners, managers, etc.).

For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training  
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

Florida Certified Designated Representative Exam - Online Proctored Testing

• Florida Certified Designated Representative Training Course
• California Designated Representative Training Courses. Board-approved courses for:
       Wholesalers | 3PL | Reverse Distributors

What is Florida Certified Designated Representative (CDR) exam "Online Proctored Testing?"

Online proctored testing is available for the Certified Designated Representative exam (effective 8/4/2020). OnVUE online proctored exams allow you to conveniently take an exam in the comfort of your home or office while being monitored by an offsite proctor through your webcam. Candidates will need a functioning home computer or laptop with a webcam with microphone and strong internet connection. You may visit Florida DBPR online proctoring page for more information. 

References:

1. Florida DBPR - DIVISION OF DRUGS, DEVICES AND COSMETICS – CERTIFIED DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVE
2. Pearson VUE - OnVUE online proctored exams

Additional Resources:

• Certified Designated Representative (CDR) Training Services by CDR Resource Center
• Who Are You Going To Call? These Collaboration Partners (for all things pharma & drug distribution related)

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Designated Representative Training Courses (Florida, California)

For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training  
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

Seven Recent Statistics in Pharma Cargo Theft - Healthcare Packaging

• California Board of Pharmacy Designated Representative Training for:  wholesalers | 3PL. 
  If you are applying for a California Designated Representative license, then you’re also going to need to include proof of required training (specifically, a training affidavit) in your license application packet. Earn a training affidavit (accepted by the Board) by taking any one of our courses.

Read the full source article:  Seven Recent Statistics in Pharma Cargo Theft - Healthcare Packaging

According to the article:

"The median value of a pharma theft is $100,000. Pelli said, “Even the smaller pharma thefts are larger than the typical thefts in other industries,” including food and apparel. “When pharmaceutical thefts happen, they tend to be big… an entire truck, a facility break-in.” Pelli advised attendees to focus less on the number of incidents but more on the potential impact of those incidents."

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California Board of Pharmacy Designated Representative Training (wholesaler, 3PL) - provided by SkillsPlus International Inc. - Board-approved. If you are applying for a California Designated Representative license, then you’re also going to need to include proof of required training (specifically, a training affidavit) in your license application packet. Earn a training affidavit (accepted by the Board) by taking any one of our courses.

For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training - New!
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

FDA Takes Actions to Help Lower U.S. Prescription Drug Prices

• FDA cGMP QSR GMP Training - online training classes provided by SkillsPlus International Inc.
• California Designated Representative (wholesaler, 3PL) Training by SkillsPlus Intl Inc.

Read the full FDA press release:  FDA Takes Actions to Help Lower U.S. Prescription Drug Prices - FDA.gov

In summary, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a final rule entitled, “Importation of Prescription Drugs,” to implement Section 804(b) through (h) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act). The rule allows FDA-authorized programs to import certain prescription drugs from Canada under specified conditions designed to ensure that the imported drugs pose no additional risk to the public’s health and safety, as well as to provide a “significant reduction” in costs to American consumers.

View the FDA guidance document:  Importation of Certain FDA-Approved Human Prescription Drugs, Including Biological Products, and Combination Products under Section 801(d)(1)(B) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act

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California Designated Representative (wholesaler, 3PL) Training by SkillsPlus Intl Inc.

For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training - New!
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

Saleable Returns Verification Delayed to 2023 - Healthcare Packaging

• California Board of Pharmacy Designated Representative Training. Board-approved. Taught by SkillsPlus International Inc. for reverse distributors, wholesalers, 3PL. If you are applying for a California Designated Representative license, then you’re also going to need to include proof of required training (specifically, a training affidavit) in your license application packet. Earn a training affidavit (accepted by the Board) by taking any one of our courses.

Read the full source article: Saleable Returns Verification Delayed to 2023 - Healthcare Packaging

According to the article:

"Additional three-year delay: FDA guidance says distributors will not be required to verify the product identifier of returned drugs before resale until Nov. 27, 2023.   ...

With the 2020 enforcement date approaching in November, FDA has announced an additional three-year delay, noting, “FDA does not intend to take action against wholesale distributors who do not, prior to November 27, 2023, verify the product identifier prior to further distributing returned product as required under the DSCSA."

View the FDA guidance document:  Wholesale Distributor Verification Requirement for Saleable Returned Drug Product and Dispenser Verification Requirements When Investigating a Suspect or Illegitimate Product—Compliance Policies - FDA.gov

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California Board of Pharmacy Designated Representative Training. Board-approved. Taught by SkillsPlus International Inc. for reverse distributors, wholesalers, 3PL. If you are applying for a California Designated Representative license, then you’re also going to need to include proof of required training (specifically, a training affidavit) in your license application packet. Earn a training affidavit (accepted by the Board) by taking any one of our courses.

For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training - New!
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

CMS Releases Updated Guide to Home Oxygen and Other Durable Medical Equipment Coverage - U.S. COPD Coalition

• Register for the following course now!
• California HMDR Exemptee Training Certification - online training certification class for home medical device retailers. If you are applying for a California Exemptee license, you'll need to include proof of required training in your license application. Take this online course to earn a course completion certificate for your license application.

Read the full source article:  CMS Releases Updated Guide to Home Oxygen and Other Durable Medical Equipment Coverage - U.S. COPD Coalition

According to the article:

"The Centers for Medicare & Med[i]caid Services (CMS) has released an updated durable medical equipment (DME) guide.

This official government booklet, Medicare Coverage of Durable Medical Equipment & Other Devices, explains:

• What durable medical equipment is
• Which durable medical equipment, prosthetic, and orthotic items are covered by Original Medicare
• Where to get help with your questions"

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California HMDR Exemptee Training Certification - online training certification class for home medical device retailers. If you are applying for a California Exemptee license, you'll need to include proof of required training in your license application. Take this online course to earn a course completion certificate for your license application.

For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training  
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

New Drug Channels Institute Study Examines Impact of COVID-19 on U.S. Drug Distribution Industry - PRweb

• California Board of Pharmacy Designated Representative Training - by SkillsPlus International Inc. - for:  wholesalers | 3PL | reverse distributors

According to the press release:

"Today Drug Channels Institute (DCI), a leading management educator for and about the pharmaceutical industry, released its exclusive analysis of U.S. prescription drug distribution channels. DCI’s new 2020–21 Economic Report on Pharmaceutical Wholesalers and Specialty Distributors delves into the business operations of the Big Three public drug wholesalers—AmerisourceBergen, Cardinal Health, and McKesson. Three new sections address COVID-19 and its impact on wholesalers, including the potential financial effects on wholesalers of widespread distribution of one or more COVID-19 vaccines."

Read the source press release:  New Drug Channels Institute Study Examines Impact of COVID-19 on U.S. Drug Distribution Industry - PRweb

View the free report overview:  The 2020-21 Economic Report on Pharmaceutical Wholesalers and Specialty Distributors - Overview (PDF)

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• California Board of Pharmacy Designated Representative Training - by SkillsPlus International Inc. - for wholesalers, 3PL, reverse distributors. State Board Approved.

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For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training  
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

HMDR Renewal Inspection Violations - for home medical device retailers

• Buy now! California Exemptee license training certification course.
• For Home Medical Device Retailers. If you are applying for a California HMDR Exemptee license, you need to include proof of required training in your application. Take this online course to earn a course completion certificate for your license application.

Common California HMDR Renewal Inspection Violations

Renewal Inspections & Frequency

“Renewal inspections can take place annually, unannounced, at any HMDR facility during normal business hours. A customer complaint or other referral may also trigger an inspection.”

Some Common Inspection Violations

“Common violations of the California Health and Safety Code include: 

• Dispensing prescription devices without a valid HMDR exemptee on the premise
• Lack of dispensing records for prescription devices
• Inadequate procedures for the cleaning and maintenance of rental devices
• Inadequate staff training or patient/caregiver consultation
• Inadequate quality assurance procedures and/or lack of documentation of quality assurance procedures.”

Source: California Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Frequently Asked Questions (PDF) - you can find this on the California Home Medical Device Retail Program website

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• For Home Medical Device Retailers. If you are applying for a California HMDR Exemptee license, you need to include proof of required training in your application. Take this online course to earn a course completion certificate for your license application.

For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training 
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

How to avoid getting pulled into healthcare fraud - Medical Economics

• California Board of Pharmacy Designated Representative Training by SkillsPlus Intl Inc. - Board-Approved. For wholesalers, 3PL, reverse distributors. If you are applying for a California Designated Representative license, then you’re also going to need to include proof of required training (specifically, a training affidavit) in your license application packet. Earn a training affidavit (accepted by the Board) by taking any one of theses courses.

According to the article:

"Many fraudulent schemes appear as legitimate business opportunities"

"Here are just some examples of the types of arrangements that should be subjected to a comprehensive regulatory analysis (many may be acceptable, but that conclusion should be reached only after legal review): ... 

Any contract with a DME manufacturer, wholesaler or distributor;

Any contract with a drug manufacturer, wholesaler or distributor;"

Read the full source article:  How to avoid getting pulled into healthcare fraud - Medical Economics

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California HMDR Exemptee and Designated Representative Online Training Courses - State Approved

For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training - New!
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

Manufacturing FDA ticks off list of grievances over California drug repackager's quality issues in warning letter - FiercePharma

• California Board of Pharmacy Designated Representative Training - online training courses by SkillsPlus International Inc. - - - Sign-up for a course now, for:
         Wholesalers | 3PL | Reverse Distributors
• Recommended FDA CGMP online training courses and programs taught by SkillsPlus International Inc.

This should interest wholesalers specializing or involved in drug repackaging.

According to the article:

"Unlike drugmakers that make their meds in-house, a cottage industry of repackagers exists to resell premade drugs with shiny new labels. But what happens when one of those companies fails at its primary job: safely repackaging drugs? A California firm has just found out, courtesy of the FDA. 

Newport Beach, California-based Calvin Scott & Co., a wholesaler specializing in drug repackaging, failed to adequately address quality issues at its New Mexico plant that may have compromised the listed expiration date on one of its drugs, according to a warning letter posted online this week."

Read the full source article:  Manufacturing FDA ticks off list of grievances over California drug repackager's quality issues in warning letter - FiercePharma

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California Board of Pharmacy Designated Representative Training - online training courses by SkillsPlus International Inc. - Board-Approved. For wholesalers, 3PL, reverse distributors.

For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training 
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

FAQ: What kind of work experience is accepted for a California Designated Representative license?

Here's the answer to the FAQ - What kind of work experience is accepted for a California Designated Representative license?

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California Designated Representative Training Courses - online training by SkillsPlus International Inc.

For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training  
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

Cardinal Health sued over alleged fraudulently obtained contracts - SeekingAlpha. com

• California Board of Pharmacy Designated Representative Training Courses | by SkillsPlus Intl Inc.  - for wholesalers, 3PL, and reverse distributors. Board Approved.

According to this SeekingAlpha.com article,  Cardinal Health sued over alleged fraudulently obtained contracts:

"UPPI, a group of small businesses producing radiopharmaceuticals, has filed litigation in a Washington court against drug wholesaler Cardinal Health (NYSE:CAH) and two of its front companies and owners claiming it fraudulently obtained U.S. Veterans Administration (VA) contracts."

Additionally, according to this StatNews.com article, Cardinal Health is accused of running a ‘rent-a-vet’ scheme to win government contracts:

"The largest association of independent nuclear pharmacies in the U.S. is accusing Cardinal Health (CAH), a major pharmaceutical wholesaler, of using front companies to win government contracts that are usually set aside for small businesses owned by disabled military veterans."

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California Board of Pharmacy Designated Representative Training Courses | by SkillsPlus Intl Inc.  - for wholesalers, 3PL, and reverse distributors. Board Approved.  - - -  If you are applying for a California Designated Representative license, then you’re also going to need to include proof of required training (specifically, a training affidavit) in your license application packet. Earn a training affidavit by taking any one of our California Designated Representative training courses.

For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training  
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute

Who Are You Going To Call? These Collaboration Partners (for all things pharma & drug distribution related)

Updated June 26, 2022

CDR Resource Center 

announces new Service Partners:

• SkillsPlus International Inc.
• GTC Consulting
• Grossman, Furlow & Bayo

Through this new collaboration partnership, we will provide clients with unparalleled expertise in the pharmaceutical industry. Together we have decades of experience, each of us with our own unique qualifications and skills. This collaboration allows each of our Companies to focus on what we do best.  Read about our Companies and Team Members.

We are here to support, promote, and grow Small Business.  Give any collaboration partner a call and let's talk about how we can help you. If you don't know where to start, give us a call (CDR Resource Center):  (800) 995-0501

SkillsPlus International Inc. 

SkillsPlus International, Inc., provides services to the pharmaceutical, medical device, food processing and home medical device retailer industries:

• Training for California Board of Pharmacy licensing for both facilities and individuals. Including Designated Representative Wholesaler, 3PL (Third-Party Logistics Provider), and Reverse Distributor. 
• Training for the California Department of Public Health HMDR licensing for both facilities and individuals seeking applications relating to Home Medical Device Retail (HMDR) 
• FDA training for cGMPs, QSR, writing investigative reports, SOPs, etc.

CDR Resource Center  

CDR Resource Center provides Innovative ONLINE training and consulting to the Pharmaceutical industry:

• Prep course for Florida Certified Designated Representative (CDR) test 
• 50 State Licensing Support 
• Provider State focused Regulatory Consults 
• Mock Inspections/Gap Analysis/Policy development 
• CDR employee/employer searches, placements, and training

GTC Consulting  

GTC Consulting provides consulting for all things related to pharmaceutical controlled substances and quality accreditations:

• DEA Registration Support & Compliance Development 
• NABP Drug Distributor Accreditation (formerly VAWD) 
• Litigation Support 
• CBD & Marijuana Consultation 
• Pharma Insurers Risk Assessment Support 
• Opioid / Controlled Substance Toxicology Support

Grossman, Furlow & Bayó  

Grossman, Furlow and Bayó, LLC, provides legal representation to the pharmaceutical industry including manufacturers, wholesalers, third party logistics providers (3PL), etc.

• Assistance with Administrative Complaint Process 
• Responses to Notices of Violation & Notices of Intent to Deny 
• Drafting of Declaratory Statements 
• Memorandums of Law regarding complex business model development
• Settlement negotiations with The Florida Boards
• (Representation limited to Florida Cases)

Looking for new partners

We are here to support and promote Small Business. Are you a small business that focuses services in the Pharmaceutical Industry? Do you think you would be a good addition to our group?

• Enjoy collaboration with experienced professionals 
• Build a client base through referrals 
• Improve your ranking on search engines 
• Expand your exposure on the Internet 
• And more
• Give us a call (CDR Resource Center):  (800) 995-0501

SkillsPlus International Inc.

CDR Resource Center | GTC Consulting | Grossman, Furlow & Bayó

Disclaimer:

SkillsPlus International Inc. is a non-affiliated independent business cross-promoting Collaboration Partner companies mentioned above.

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Designated Representative - 3PL License - California Board of Pharmacy

• California Board of Pharmacy Designated Representative 3PL Training Course - by SkillsPlus International Inc. - $525 per student. Board Approved - Buy now!
• People also buy courses for:  Wholesalers | Reverse Distributors

Designated Representative - 3PL License - California State Board of Pharmacy

According to the Board, "To be licensed as a Designated Representative - 3PL in California, you must satisfy the requirements under Business and Professions Code section 4053.1. Each place of business of a third-party logistics provider shall be supervised and managed by a responsible manager. The responsible manager shall be responsible for the compliance of the place of business with state and federal laws governing third-party logistics providers and with the third-party logistics provider’s customer specifications, except where the customer’s specifications conflict with state or federal laws. The responsible manager shall maintain an active license as a designated representative-3PL with the board at all times during which he or she is designated as the responsible manager."

Download the Designated Representative - 3PL License Application Form - California State Board of Pharmacy

California Board of Pharmacy Designated Representative 3PL Training Course 

If you are applying for a California Designated Representative 3PL license, then you’re also going to need to include proof of required training in your license application packet.

The proof of required training is a form called the training affidavit. You can earn a training affidavit by taking a California Designated Representative training course approved by the Board.

Learn more and enroll in California Board of Pharmacy Designated Representative 3PL Training Course — presented by SkillsPlus International Inc.

• This course is approved by the California Board of Pharmacy.
• Designed specifically for third-party logistics providers (3PL)
• Successful class completion earns a training affidavit accepted by the Board, to include in your Designated Representative license application.
• More than 6,000 students have taken our courses
• SkillsPlus International Inc. has deep experience, offering a Designated Representative training course continuously (without interruption) since 2002.
• Our online courses run on popular devices and operating systems.

California Board of Pharmacy Designated Representative 3PL Training Course - presented by SkillsPlus International Inc. - $525 per student. Board Approved. 

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Using Medicare Accreditation To Make A Difference With Private Pay Insurance: HME-Business

•  California Exemptee Training Certification - for home medical device retailers.  If you are applying for a California Exemptee license, you'll need to include proof of required training in your application. Take this online course to earn a course completion certificate for your license application.

In a nutshell:

Providers need accreditation to bill Medicare, but it's critical in HME businesses' overall market strategy for working with private payers, as well. What do providers need to keep in mind?

According to the article:

• "After years of largely accepting the accreditation requirement, private payers have begun to scrutinize what product categories providers are accredited for when making decisions about valuable contracts.
• As the HME industry weathers the storm of the COVID-19 pandemic, demonstrating compliance and emergency preparedness policies to private payers will become more crucial in standing out in the marketplace.
• Accrediting organizations have created programs specifically targeted at proving expertise in product categories such as oxygen, home infusion, pharmacy and more."

Read the full source article:  Using Medicare Accreditation To Make A Difference With Private Pay Insurance: HME-Business

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For Designated Representative license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training affidavit):

• CA Designated Representative Wholesaler Training - Available around-the-clock 24 x 7
• CA Designated Representative 3PL Training
• CA Designated Representative Reverse Distributor Training  
• The Designated Representative Institute

     Florida:

• Florida Certified Designated Representative - CDR Laws and Rules Examination Prep Course

For HMDR Exemptee license applicants  -  Training programs, courses, classes, seminars:

     California (earn a training completion certificate):

• CA Home Medical Device Retailer (HMDR) Exemptee Training Course
• The Exemptee Institute