This variable is contained in the following files:
SAS Name
PHRMCY_SRVC_TYPE_CD
The type of pharmacy used. This variable indicates the type of pharmacy that dispensed the prescription, as recorded on the PDE.
CMS requires Part D plans to maintain pharmacy networks that are sufficient to ensure access to Medicare beneficiaries – including retail, home infusion, and long-term care pharmacies. Plan sponsors have contracts with pharmacies to provide “in-network” services.
Source: PDE
| Code | Code value |
|---|---|
| 01 | Community/retail pharmacy |
| 02 | Compounding pharmacy |
| 03 | Home infusion therapy provider |
| 04 | Institutional pharmacy |
| 05 | Long-term care pharmacy |
| 06 | Mail order pharmacy |
| 07 | Managed care organization (MCO) pharmacy |
| 08 | Specialty care pharmacy |
| 99 | Other |
| Null | Pharmacy is not in any other category above |
This variable was new in 2013 and required for all PDEs beginning on February 28, 2013.