AAP is a Member-controlled cooperative built specifically for independent community pharmacies. Get the buying power, business tools, data and support you need to improve margins, simplify operations, and compete with confidence with no long-term contracts.​

See Why More Than 2,000 Pharmacies Choose AAP

Built Around the Business of Independent Pharmacy

Running an independent pharmacy means making hundreds of business decisions every day. AAP brings purchasing power, practical tools, data and industry expertise together to help you make those decisions with greater confidence.

Increase Profitability

Identify opportunities to improve margins, reduce unnecessary costs and capture more of the revenue your pharmacy is already generating.

Streamline Your Workflow

Simplify purchasing, ordering and inventory management so your team can spend less time on administrative tasks and more time serving patients.

Strengthen Your Buying Power

Access competitive pricing, flexible purchasing options and API Warehouse, backed by the collective strength of more than 2,000 independent pharmacies.

Make Smarter Decisions

Use data, business intelligence and pharmacy-specific expertise to better understand what’s happening in your business and where opportunities exist.

Membership Benefits

Strengthen Your Independent Pharmacy

AAP combines purchasing power, business tools and personalized support to help independent pharmacies increase profitability, streamline operations and remain competitive.

✓ Buying Power and Pharmacy Purchasing

  • Competitive pricing, rebates and flexible pharmacy wholesaler options

  • API Warehouse access for Brand Rx, Generic Rx, OTC and front-end dropship products

  • No long-term vendor contracts

✓ Improve Pharmacy Profitability

  • ProfitAmp business intelligence and purchasing analysis

  • Patronage dividends when declared by the Board

  • Preferred vendor discounts and savings program

✓ Buying Power and Pharmacy Purchasing

  • Competitive pricing, rebates and flexible pharmacy wholesaler options

  • API Warehouse access for Brand Rx, Generic Rx, OTC and front-end dropship products

  • No long-term vendor contracts

✓ Streamline Pharmacy Operations

  • SmartSync data-driven purchasing and inventory management

  • Free OTC retail planograms

  • Educational resources and continuing education

✓ Independent Pharmacy Support

  • Member-controlled cooperative with a voice for pharmacy owners
  • Dedicated support and pharmacy business resources
  • Networking and programs designed for single- and multi-location pharmacies

Find Your Pharmacy Business Advisor

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Don't Take Our Word for It

Independent pharmacy owners are using AAP's programs, tools and buying power to strengthen their businesses.

Sonia Martinez, Marco Drugs & Compounding

Kevin Reddish, Reddish Pharmacy

Chris Halko, Benton Pharmacy

Your Pharmacy Is Unique. Your Membership Should Be, Too.

  • Single or Multiple Locations: Solutions for independent pharmacies of every size.

  • Rural or Urban: Buying power and resources to help you compete in your market.

  • Growing or Optimizing: Programs to improve pharmacy profitability, streamline purchasing and uncover new opportunities.

AAP offers flexible pharmacy purchasing options and business resources to support your pharmacy's goals, size and business model.

See What AAP Could Do for Your Pharmacy

Every pharmacy is different. That's why we'll look at your business, purchasing and goals to help identify where AAP Membership could create value for you. Get started now.

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AAP gives independent pharmacies the buying power of a larger organization, the tools to run a smarter business, and the flexibility to remain independent.