Amazon Pharmacy news and trends

Amazon Pharmacy to Expand Same-Day Delivery to 20 More Cities
Amazon // October 09, 2024

Amazon Pharmacy plans to open pharmacies and offer same-day delivery of prescription medications in 20 more U.S. cities in 2025. This move will more than double the number of cities in which the company offers this service and will make same-day delivery of medications available...

Jassy Touts Amazon Pharmacy’s ‘Resonance’ With Customers
Amazon // August 19, 2024

For Amazon CEO Andy Jassy, Amazon Pharmacy has made big strides and provides a stellar customer experience. During the company’s second-quarter earnings call on Aug. 1, Jassy noted Amazon Pharmacy’s progress since it launched in November 2020. “On the pharmacy side, you’re seeing that business...

Amazon Expands Prescription Offering to Medicare Members
Amazon // June 18, 2024

Amazon said it has expanded its prescription drug program to include Medicare beneficiaries. Beginning Tuesday (June 18), more than 50 million enrollees in the government health insurance program are eligible for Amazon’s RxPass, a Prime member benefit that allows for affordable access to common medications,...

Pharmacy AI Set to Grow as Companies Look to Streamline
artificial intelligence // May 07, 2024

The robots are coming — to a pharmacy near you. As the world looks to streamline healthcare, the pharmacy automation market is poised to be just what the doctor ordered, with a new report projecting the industry to dispense a hefty $12.7 billion by 2028. The...

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Pharmacy AI Set to Grow as Companies Look to Streamline

May 07, 2024
The robots are coming — to a pharmacy near you. As the world looks to streamline healthcare, the pharmacy automation market is poised to be just what the doctor ordered, with a new report projecting the industry to dispense a hefty $12.7 billion by 2028. The report highlights the demand for pharmacy automation technologies, driven by […]

Smart Digital Platforms Bridge Gap Between Patients, Prescriptions and Medication Access

March 27, 2024
In recent years, the healthcare industry has witnessed a significant transformation, driven by technological advancements and shifting consumer expectations.  One of the most significant advancements lie in the integration of...

Amazon and Walmart Take to the Skies, Aiming to Capture Shoppers

October 20, 2023
What if you could have items delivered by drones? That’s the latest battleground between Amazon and Walmart as both retail giants take to the skies to establish dominance in the...

Amazon’s Insulin Coupons Fuel Retail Ambitions for Patient-Centric, Accessible Care

August 16, 2023
Technological advancements and evolving consumer expectations are fueling a significant transformation in the healthcare space, with several retailers at the forefront of shaping new paradigms that prioritize convenience, affordability and...

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Amazon Pharmacy to Expand Same-Day Delivery to 20 More Cities

October 09, 2024
Amazon Pharmacy plans to open pharmacies and offer same-day delivery of prescription medications in 20 more U.S. cities in 2025. This move will more than double the number of cities in which the company offers this service and will make same-day delivery of medications available to 45% of the U.S. population by the end of […]

Amazon Expands Prescription Offering to Medicare Members

June 18, 2024
Amazon said it has expanded its prescription drug program to include Medicare beneficiaries. Beginning Tuesday (June 18), more than 50 million enrollees in the government health insurance program are eligible...

Amazon Pharmacy Expands Same-Day Delivery to New York, Los Angeles

March 26, 2024
Amazon Pharmacy expanded its same-day delivery of prescription medication to New York City and the greater Los Angeles area. These cities join five others in which this service is already available:...

Eli Lilly Picks Amazon Pharmacy to Dispense Diabetes and Obesity Meds

March 13, 2024
Drugmaker Eli Lilly has teamed with Amazon to deliver medications to patients’ homes. The partnership, announced Wednesday (March 13), will see Amazon Pharmacy serve as a third-party dispensing partner for LillyDirect, the company’s new healthcare platform...