Business Details
12 Years
experience
Your Trusted Community Pharmacy in Philip, SD
Dakota Country Pharmacy has been serving the Philip area and surrounding communities since 2014, providing personalized pharmaceutical care with a focus on affordability and convenience. Our team of experienced pharmacists brings over 63 years of combined expertise, offering services designed to simplify prescription management through innovative solutions like mail delivery and 24/7 mobile refills. We specialize in medication therapy management, long-term care pharmacy services, and private consultations, ensuring patients receive comprehensive support for their health needs.As a family-owned business, we prioritize community relationships and maintain active involvement in professional organizations like the National Community Pharmacists Association. Our commitment to excellence extends to handling insurance complexities for patients and maintaining preferred network pharmacy status to reduce medication costs. With a heritage dating back to 1975 through our predecessor pharmacy, we continue to build on a legacy of trusted care while embracing modern pharmacy practices.
Services
Prescription Refills
Medication Therapy Management
Mail Delivery
Long Term Care Services
Private Consultation
Over The Counter Medications
Vitamins Supplements
Medication Adherence
Cosmetics
School Supplies
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 prescription refills through our mobile app and website.
- Our pharmacists have over 63 years of combined community pharmacy experience.
- We handle insurance issues directly with providers to simplify patient costs.
- We provide first-class mail delivery for prescriptions across South Dakota.
- Our medication therapy management program helps optimize patient health outcomes.
Services
Medication Therapy Management
Our Medication Therapy Management program helps patients optimize their medication regimens through personalized consultations. Pharmacists review all medications to identify potential interactions, side effects, and cost-saving opportunities while providing education on proper usage and monitoring. This service benefits patients managing multiple chronic conditions who need coordinated pharmaceutical care.
Mail Delivery
First-class mail delivery service delivers prescriptions anywhere in South Dakota within 1-3 business days. This convenient option eliminates travel requirements for patients while maintaining medication affordability through discounted shipping rates. Available for both routine and emergency medication needs.
Long Term Care Services
Specialized pharmacy services for long-term care facilities include 24/7 pharmacist access, emergency medication delivery, and consultant pharmacy support. We ensure timely medication availability for nursing home residents while providing comprehensive pharmaceutical oversight to facility staff.
Private Consultation
One-on-one medication counseling sessions address patient-specific concerns about prescriptions, including proper administration techniques, potential side effects, and drug interactions. Pharmacists provide personalized recommendations to enhance medication effectiveness and patient safety in a confidential setting.
Prescription Refills
24/7 prescription refill options through mobile app, online portal, or phone. We coordinate with physicians to obtain necessary refills while verifying insurance coverage and applying cost-saving measures through our preferred network pharmacy status.
People
Courtney Kjerstad
Pharmacist In Charge
Doctor of Pharmacy graduate from South Dakota State University with 13+ years of experience. Owner of Dakota Country Pharmacy since 2014 and member of multiple pharmacy associations. Specializes in community pharmacy operations and patient care coordination.
Joni Parsons
Pharmacist
Licensed pharmacist with experience in both chain pharmacy and hospital settings. Joined Dakota Country Pharmacy in 2015 after relocating to Philip. Focuses on personalized patient care and medication management services.
Milo Zeeb
Former Owner
Retired pharmacist with 39 years of service in Philip. Operated local pharmacy since 1975 and sold to current owners in 2014. Maintained community pharmacy presence through transition to Dakota Country Pharmacy.
Kayla Carley
Business Management
Handles administrative operations for Dakota Country Pharmacy. Coordinates pharmacy services with business management requirements to ensure efficient patient care delivery and regulatory compliance.
Emily Daly
Pharmacy Technician
Certified pharmacy technician supporting daily pharmacy operations. Assists pharmacists with prescription processing, inventory management, and patient service functions.
Questions
How can I refill prescriptions after hours?
Use our 24/7 mobile app or website to request refills at any time. Prescriptions can also be mailed directly to your door.
What medication management services do you offer?
Our Medication Therapy Management program provides personalized medication reviews, interaction checks, and cost-saving recommendations through one-on-one pharmacist consultations.
Do you handle insurance claims directly?
Yes, our staff coordinates with insurance providers to resolve coverage issues and maximize benefits for prescription medications.
Are there delivery options available?
First-class mail delivery is available for prescriptions anywhere in South Dakota with 1-3 business day turnaround.
What long-term care pharmacy services do you provide?
We supply medications and consultant pharmacy services to nursing homes with 24/7 emergency delivery availability and continuous pharmacist support.