HealthTrust and HCA's model to fill ADDs from a central location is a LEAN, just in time model.  This model limits the number of touchpoints involved, reducing introductions for error.

Similar models have been previously utilized in VA through Cardinal Health.  Cardinal's, CardinalAssist, a similar program where medications are received by the facility ready for a direct refill.

HealthTrust/ HCA's hub and spoke model is more efficient than the traditional workflows and allows Pharmacists on-site to work shoulder to shoulder with peers.  HCA has been forward-thinking with this initiative and others.  Moving Pharmacists one step closer to provider status.