Become a Partner Pharmacy
Join a growing network of California pharmacies that offer HIV prevention, hepatitis C services, and overdose prevention as part of their standard pharmacy practice. PrideScript provides the training, tools, and ongoing support to ensure pharmacist-led PrEP and PEP services are feasible, compliant, and sustainable.
Why Partner With PrideScript
Partner pharmacies can deliver high-impact clinical services while strengthening their role as trusted community healthcare providers.
Expand clinical services to include pharmacist-initiated PrEP and PEP under California law
Generate reimbursable clinical encounters through insurance, Medi-Cal, and assistance programs
Increase patient volume and community engagement
Address unmet HIV, hepatitis C, and substance use-related needs in your service area
Receive implementation support, workflows, and patient navigation assistance
Contribute to measurable public health impact in medically underserved communities
Pharmacy-based PrEP programs show high uptake, strong patient satisfaction, and the capacity to initiate treatment on the same day.
Most community pharmacies already meet many of the requirements.
Licensed California pharmacy in good standing
At least one pharmacist trained in PrEP and PEP initiation
CLIA waiver for rapid HIV testing, or willingness to obtain one
Private or semi-private space for testing and counseling
Ability to follow standardized workflows and documentation protocols
No prior PrEP experience is required.
What Is Required
What PrideScript Provides
Pharmacist training and clinical protocols
Step-by-step implementation guide and tools
Patient education materials and referral pathways
Support with billing, coverage, and assistance programs
Community health worker support for follow-up and linkage to care
Ongoing technical assistance and quality improvement support
How to Join
1. Express Interest
Complete the short partner interest form.
2. Initial Consultation
Meet with the PrideScript team to review requirements, workflow, and readiness.
3. Training and Setup
Complete required training, finalize protocols, and prepare testing workflows.
4. Launch Services
Begin offering PrEP and PEP services with ongoing program support.
Ready to Get Started?
If you are interested in joining or want to learn more, we are here to help.
Partner Support Contact
Name: Jessa Koch, PharmD
Title: Associate Professor, Loma Linda University School of Pharmacy
Email: jkoch@llu.edu
Phone: (909) 558-4140