National Association of Specialty Pharmacy
Premier trade association unifying all specialty pharmacy stakeholders through education, CSP certification, advocacy, and the annual inSPire conference.
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The only national trade association representing the full spectrum of specialty pharmacy stakeholders -- pharmacies, manufacturers, payers, and distributors.
Key Differentiators
- Only national association representing all SP stakeholders
- Certified Specialty Pharmacist (CSP) credential via SPCB
- 200+ corporate members across the SP ecosystem
- Annual inSPire conference (2,000+ attendees)
- Multi-stakeholder policy advocacy in Washington, DC
Overview
The National Association of Specialty Pharmacy (NASP) is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit trade association representing all stakeholders in the specialty pharmacy industry, including specialty pharmacies, pharmaceutical manufacturers, payers, GPOs, wholesalers, and technology vendors. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Washington, DC, NASP promotes a free-market system ensuring patient access to specialty medications and high-touch pharmacy services.
Services
- Education — NASP University delivers online continuing education, and the annual inSPire conference brings together 2,000+ industry professionals
- Certification — The Certified Specialty Pharmacist (CSP) credential, administered through the Specialty Pharmacy Certification Board (SPCB), is the industry’s recognized professional standard
- Advocacy — Government Affairs Committee drives federal and state policy engagement on issues including PBM reform, patient access, and specialty pharmacy regulation
- Networking — Industry committees (Education, Government Affairs, Quality, Technology) provide structured collaboration across stakeholder types
Competitive Position
NASP is unique in its multi-stakeholder model — unlike pharmacy-specific or manufacturer-specific associations, it convenes the full specialty pharmacy ecosystem under one umbrella. The CSP certification has become a meaningful professional credential, and the inSPire conference serves as a key annual convening point. With 200+ corporate members as of 2025, NASP has established itself as the authoritative voice for the specialty pharmacy industry.
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