Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Local Pharmacy in Opelousas, LA
Ken's Thrifty Way-Warehouse has been serving Louisiana communities since 1971 with a commitment to superior pharmaceutical care and personalized service. As a locally owned and operated business, we prioritize community health through comprehensive medication management, durable medical equipment provision, and preventive care services. Our team of experienced pharmacists and respiratory therapists delivers expert consultations, immunizations, and medication therapy management programs designed to improve patient outcomes.With three convenient locations in Opelousas, Port Barre, and Lafayette, we combine decades of pharmaceutical expertise with innovative solutions like medication synchronization and home delivery. Our accreditation by the Healthcare Quality Association on Accreditation (HQAA) underscores our dedication to maintaining the highest standards in pharmacy and home healthcare services while ensuring accessibility through 24/7 availability and major insurance acceptance.
Services
Prescription Refills
Medication Therapy Management
Immunizations
Durable Medical Equipment
Medication Synchronization
Home Delivery
Long Term Care Services
Details
- Year established: 1971
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 availability for urgent medication needs
- Our pharmacists provide personalized medication therapy management programs
- We maintain three convenient locations across Louisiana
- Our staff includes certified immunization specialists
- We offer home delivery within city limits for patient convenience
Associations and certifications
- Healthcare Quality Association on Accreditation (HQAA)
What people say
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Services
Durable Medical Equipment
We provide quality home medical equipment with expert training and support. Our offerings include CPAP machines, mobility aids, and wound care supplies. Our staff handles insurance billing and ensures proper equipment setup for patient comfort and safety.
Medication Therapy Management
Our pharmacists help patients optimize medication regimens through personalized consultations. This service addresses medication interactions, side effects, and cost concerns while promoting better health outcomes through comprehensive medication reviews.
Immunizations
We offer a full range of preventive vaccines including flu, shingles, and pneumonia shots. Certified pharmacists administer immunizations with proper documentation and follow-up care to maintain community health standards.
Medication Synchronization
This program coordinates medication refill schedules for monthly convenience. Patients receive organized pill packaging and comprehensive medication reviews during each pickup to ensure treatment adherence.
Home Delivery
We provide prescription delivery within city limits for patient convenience. This service ensures timely medication access while maintaining proper storage and handling during transport.
People
Kenneth Savoie
Owner
Owner since 1972 with pharmacy experience dating to 1968. Graduated from pharmacy school and established three pharmacy locations across Louisiana while maintaining community-focused healthcare values.
Christine Leger
Pharmacist
Certified immunization specialist with 25+ years local pharmacy experience. Graduated from NLU School of Pharmacy in 1994 and provides expert medication consultations to Opelousas residents.
Sydney Jarrell
Pharmacist
Doctor of Pharmacy from ULM with specialized training in preventive care. Certified immunization provider focused on health education and community wellness programs since 2017.
Steven Hundley
Pharmacist
17-year pharmacy team member with extensive medication management expertise. Graduated from Monroe pharmacy school in 1993 and provides personalized patient consultations daily.
Questions
What pharmacy services do you offer?
We provide prescription refills, medication therapy management, immunizations, durable medical equipment, and home delivery services across our Louisiana locations.
Do you accept Medicare and Medicaid?
Yes, we accept all major insurance plans including Medicare, Medicaid, and Medicare Part D prescription coverage.
Are your pharmacists certified for immunizations?
Yes, multiple pharmacists hold immunization certifications and can administer various preventive vaccines.
Do you offer medication delivery?
We provide free home delivery within city limits for prescription medications and medical supplies.
What are your operating hours?
Pharmacy hours vary by location, but our durable medical equipment location operates Monday-Friday 8am-5pm with 24/7 emergency availability.
How can I transfer prescriptions?
Transferring prescriptions is easy - contact any location and our staff will handle all transfer arrangements for you.
