Topics Library

Topics Library

Deep, accurate reference pages for active pharmacy technicians — free essentials for everyone, members-only depth for NPTA members.

Billing & Insurance

How Prescription Insurance Really Works (Start to Finish)

Who’s in a claim, what happens when you hit transmit, and how the money actually moves.

Read time: ~5 min

Insurance Rejections & How to Fix Them

A systematic approach to reading reject codes and resolving the most common claim rejections.

Read time: ~6 min

Prior Authorizations Step by Step

When PAs are required, how to initiate them, and how to track status with prescribers.

Read time: ~5 min

Medicare Part B vs. Part D

Which drugs bill under which part, and why getting it wrong means a rejected claim.

Read time: ~5 min

Understanding PBMs, Rebates & DIR

Which drugs bill under which part, and why getting it wrong means a rejected claim.

Read time: ~5 min