The Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy (AMCP) is a professional association dedicated to helping patients access the medications they need at affordable costs. Established in 1988, AMCP’s diverse membership includes pharmacists, physicians, nurses, and professionals from life sciences and biopharmaceutical companies. These members leverage their expertise in clinical evidence and economics to optimize medication benefit design and population health management.
Core Functions of AMCP
AMCP’s primary responsibilities include:
- Advocacy and Policy Development: Representing the interests of managed care pharmacy professionals in legislative and regulatory matters to ensure that policies support optimal medication management and patient care.
amcp.org - Education and Professional Development: Offering a wide range of educational opportunities, including live events, recorded webinars, and online training, to enhance the knowledge and skills of its members.
amcp.org - Research and Publications: Publishing the Journal of Managed Care & Specialty Pharmacy (JMCP) and other resources to disseminate research findings and best practices in managed care pharmacy.
Leadership and Key Contacts
As of January 2025, AMCP is led by President Christina J. Barrington PharmD, who oversees the organization’s strategic initiatives and operations.
Contact Details for AMCP
Website: https://www.amcp.org/
Postal Address:
Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy
675 North Washington Street
Suite 220
Alexandria, VA 22314
United States
Telephone: +1 703-684-2600
Challenges in Working with AMCP
Engaging with AMCP involves:
- Understanding Membership Benefits and Opportunities: Familiarity with the resources, educational programs, and networking opportunities offered by AMCP is crucial for maximizing the value of membership.
- Active Participation in Advocacy Efforts: Staying informed about legislative and regulatory issues affecting managed care pharmacy and participating in AMCP’s advocacy initiatives to influence policy decisions.
- Utilizing Research and Publications: Leveraging the research and best practices published by AMCP to inform decision-making and improve patient care within managed care settings.
Active involvement with AMCP can lead to professional growth, enhanced knowledge, and improved patient outcomes in the field of managed care pharmacy.
Opportunities / Solutions with Justin Stindt Consultants
Justin Stindt’s AMCP expertise ensures:
- Expert Consultant AMCP Engagement: Guiding clients in effectively engaging with AMCP’s resources, educational programs, and advocacy initiatives to enhance their practice in managed care pharmacy.
- Market Access AMCP Strategies: Developing strategies and dossiers that align with AMCP’s principles and best practices to optimize medication benefit design and population health management.
- Specialist AMCP Processes: Providing insights into AMCP’s procedures and offerings to help clients maximize the benefits of their membership and involvement.
Justin Stindt Consultants specializes in assisting clients to effectively engage with AMCP’s professional community and resources to achieve success in managed care pharmacy and deliver optimal AMCP dossiers.
Case Studies
AMCP Dossier
Challenge:
A biotech company sought our assistance to develop an optimal AMCP dossier.
Solution:
We guided them in navigating AMCP’s framework and develop an optimal submission.
Outcome:
Our strategic approach led to successful engagement and contracting with Managed Care Organizations and Pharmacy Benefit Managers and coverage of the medicine.
Need support with AMCP market access? Justin Stindt Consultants has the expertise to help you succeed.
Other Key Institutions in Market Access
Global Institutions
- World Health Organization (WHO)
- International Society for Pharmacoeconomics and Outcomes Research (ISPOR)
United States
- Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
- Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy (AMCP)
- Institute for Clinical and Economic Review (ICER)
France
Germany
- Gemeinsamer Bundesausschuss (G-BA)
- Institute for Quality and Efficiency in Health Care (IQWiG)
- GKV Spitzenverband
United-Kingdom
- National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE)
- Scottish Medicines Consortium (SMC)
- All Wales Medicines Strategy Group (AWMSG)
- National Health Service (NHS)
Italy
Spain
- Spanish Agency of Medicines and Medical Devices (AEMPS)
- Dirección General de Cartera Común de Servicios del Sistema Nacional de Salud y Farmacia (DGCF)
- Interministerial Commission on Medicine Prices (CIPM)