Healthcare
Best POS Systems for Pharmacies
Pharmacies need POS systems that handle prescription payments, OTC retail sales, and insurance co-pays. The right system integrates with pharmacy management software and handles the unique compliance requirements of pharmaceutical retail.
Common Challenges
•Prescription co-pay collection
•OTC retail sales
•Insurance adjudication integration
•FSA/HSA card acceptance
•Signature capture requirements
•Controlled substance tracking
•Multi-register environments
Must-Have Features
- ✓Pharmacy software integration
- ✓Prescription + retail sales
- ✓FSA/HSA acceptance
- ✓Signature capture
- ✓Multi-register support
- ✓Inventory management
Nice-to-Have Features
- ○Rx queue integration
- ○Loyalty programs
- ○Delivery management
- ○Compliance reporting
- ○Customer communications
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need pharmacy-specific POS software?
Most pharmacies use specialized pharmacy management systems (PioneerRx, PrimeRx) that include POS functionality. For retail-only transactions, add general POS. Integration between systems is key.
How do pharmacies handle FSA/HSA cards?
Standard card processing accepts FSA/HSA cards. Your POS should properly code transactions for eligible items. Pharmacy systems typically handle this automatically for prescriptions. OTC items may need IIAS certification.