What is the purpose of medication therapy management (MTM)?

The primary purpose of medication therapy management (MTM) is to optimize therapeutic outcomes for patients. MTM is a comprehensive approach that involves reviewing a patient's medication regimen to ensure that it is safe, effective, appropriate, and aligned with the patient's health goals. This process encompasses assessing the patient’s medications for efficacy, checking for potential drug interactions, and making recommendations that can enhance patient adherence to therapy.

By focusing on optimizing therapeutic outcomes, MTM aims to improve the overall health and well-being of patients. It ensures that individuals receive the maximum benefit from their medications while minimizing risks, such as adverse drug reactions. This patient-centered approach leads to better management of chronic diseases, reduces the likelihood of hospitalizations, and ultimately enhances quality of life.

While education about drug interactions is indeed a component of MTM, it is not the sole focus; rather, it is part of the broader goal of optimizing therapeutic outcomes. Lowering drug prices and increasing prescription sales are not direct purposes of MTM, as the program prioritizes patient care and health outcomes over financial aspects of medication management.