What is a Medication Therapy Management (MTM) program?

A Medication Therapy Management (MTM) program is designed to optimize therapeutic outcomes for patients. This involves a comprehensive review of the patient's medications, with the goal of ensuring that each medication is appropriate, effective, safe, and taken correctly. MTM programs help in identifying and resolving medication-related issues, improving medication adherence, and enhancing patient education regarding their therapy.

By focusing on optimizing therapeutic outcomes, MTM services can significantly improve a patient's overall health, manage chronic conditions more effectively, and reduce the likelihood of adverse drug events. This aligns with the primary objective of MTM, which is to maximize the benefits of medications while minimizing potential risks and complications associated with drug therapy.