APC Member Survey: Interest in a Boutique Wholesaler

APC Member Survey: Interest in a Boutique Wholesaler
APC has been made aware of challenges that some of our members face when it comes to obtaining and maintaining acceptable contracts and pricing with the large retail wholesalers. We would like your help in determining if a compounding-focused wholesaler would be beneficial as a PFM benefit. This would not be for API but for items that are currently offered through companies like Cardinal, McKesson, and Cencora.

Your responses are confidential and will be used solely for APC market research. We are only asking for your pharmacy/facility name and state so we can de-duplicate responses if needed.
Background Information
What type of pharmacy or organization do you represent?

503A compounding pharmacy503B outsourcing facilityRetail/hybrid pharmacyOther (please specify)
Where is your primary location?

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
How many locations do you operate?

12-56-1011+
Current Wholesaler Relationships
Which wholesalers or distributors are you currently using? Select all that apply.

Cardinal HealthCencora/AmerisourceBergenMcKessonAndaTopRxOther (please specify)
What types of products are most difficult to source through your current wholesaler(s)? Select all that apply.

Controlled substances (CII-CIV)Packaging/suppliesPain medications/anestheticsSpecialty injectables/sterile suppliesVeterinary medicationsOther
What are your biggest frustrations with your current wholesaler(s)? Select up to 3.

Complex account setupDelayed shipping/backordersLack of focus on compounding needsLimited product selectionMinimum order quantitiesPoor customer service/communicationPrice volatilityOther
Are you having a hard time opening an account with the major wholesalers (e.g., Cardinal, McKesson, Cencora)?

YesNoNot applicable/already established accounts
What specific challenges have you experienced?

Account approval delays or denialsVolume requirementsRegulatory/compliance hurdlesCredit/payment termsProduct access limitations (e.g., controlled substances)Other (please describe)
Supply & Product Needs
Do you purchase pharmacy or office supplies from non-wholesaler vendors (e.g., ULine, Amazon, Henry Schein, Medline, Office Depot, etc.)?

YesNo
Which vendors do you use most frequently? Select all that apply.

Amazon BusinessHenry Schein/McKesson MedicalMedlineOffice DepotStaplesULineOther (please specify)
What types of items do you typically purchase from these vendors? Select all that apply.

Cleaning/sanitation productsLabels and printing materialsOffice suppliesPackaging and shipping suppliesProtective equipment (PPE, gloves, masks, etc.)Vials and containersOther (please describe)
Interest in a Boutique Wholesaler
What services or features would make a boutique wholesaler valuable to you? Select all that apply.

Ability to bundle supplies and pharmaceutical products in one orderDedicated account representativeEasier account setup/approvalFlexible minimums and payment termsOnline ordering portal with real-time inventoryPriority access to niche or hard-to-find itemsRegulatory/compliance supportTransparent pricing and product availabilityOther
How likely would you be to shift part of your purchasing to a boutique wholesaler that met these needs and specialized in serving compounding pharmacies?

Very likelySomewhat likelyNeutralUnlikelyNot at all likely
Would you like to receive updates on this potential wholesaler initiative?

YesNo
Please provide your email address.
example@example.com
What other comments or suggestions do you have?
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APC Member Survey: Interest in a Boutique Wholesaler

Background Information

Current Wholesaler Relationships

Supply & Product Needs

Interest in a Boutique Wholesaler