Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
You probably have questions about McKesson ideaShare, so we’ve got answers for your frequently asked questions.
McKesson ideaShare is the nation’s premier community pharmacy event that empowers current and future independent pharmacists to foster deeper connections, discover ways to innovate and thrive, and strengthen their collective voice.
Learn about our speakers, sessions, and more to make the most of this can’t-miss event.
As the premier community pharmacy event in the country, McKesson ideaShare welcomes all members of the independent pharmacy community, including staff, families, and children.
McKesson ideaShare will be held from June 23-26, 2024, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans.
Absolutely. Families – including partners, spouses and children – will be able to take part in all aspects of McKesson ideaShare. The only restriction is that children under the age of 13 on the Youth Conference Pass will be unable to attend CE sessions.
Yes, we have partnered with KiddieCorp, a premier provider of children’s programs for events, to offer daily childcare for children ages 3 through 17. Children must be potty-trained. You can register your children for these programs by completing a separate registration on the KiddieCorp website. That link will be available soon.
Yes, the childcare service costs $40 per day.
Yes. We will provide multiple opportunities to order products throughout the show floor via McKesson Connect. To place an order on-site, please make sure to have your McKesson Connect login information readily available.
Registration
Planning is hard enough as it is. We’re making it easier by lowering the price from last year and offering a flat fee of $1,149 per person that gives you access to everything.
A youth pass for ages 6-12 is available for $649. Children ages 5 and under can join at no charge. These passes can’t be used to attend continuing education (CE) sessions.
You can find all details on our pricing page.
Yes, the OneStop Generics rebate is returning this year. By attending McKesson ideaShare 2024, your stores can each earn up to $6,000 as a 2% rebate on generics purchases. Simply attending McKesson ideaShare qualifies up to five (5) of your stores for the rebate opportunity, which runs from August through November 2024. And by registering before April 15, you can earn an extra month (December) in which to earn the rebate.
You can find all details on our rebates page.
No, you will need to book your hotel separately. After you register for McKesson ideaShare, you will receive a special link in your registration confirmation email. This link will allow you to secure special rates at hotels we have partnered with for the event. Please note that we will not be securing hotel rooms on your behalf and that rooms are for registered attendees only.
Registration for McKesson ideaShare will open on March 12, 2024.
You must pay for McKesson ideaShare in full with a credit card at the time of registration. We accept all major credit cards. You will not be able to complete registration without payment in full.
Yes, you can cancel by May 31 to avoid penalty. Cancellations beyond this date are non-refundable.
Registration will close on May 31. If you miss the registration deadline, you can register on-site beginning June 23 at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.
Travel & Hotel
No, you will need to book your hotel separately. After you register for McKesson ideaShare, you will receive a special link in your registration confirmation email. This link will allow you to secure special rates at hotels we have partnered with for the event. Please note that we will not be securing hotel rooms on your behalf and that rooms are for registered attendees only.
We have special rates at the following hotels:
- JW Marriott New Orleans
614 Canal Street | New Orleans, LA 70130
$215/night plus applicable taxes and fees - New Orleans Marriott
555 Canal Street, New Orleans, Louisiana 70130
$206/night plus applicable taxes and fees - Hilton New Orleans
2 Poydras Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
$229/night plus applicable taxes and fees
Hotel room cutoff date is May 30, which means the hotel cannot guarantee any rooms past this date. All rooms within the room block are first-come, first-served and are subject to availability.
Each hotel has different cancellation policies.
Please see the cancellation policy listed on the reservation link provided during registration.
The nearest airport is the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), located ~15 miles away from the convention center. It’s a roughly 20-30 minute drive.
If you’re flying into Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), there are multiple options to choose from, including rideshare services, taxi services and rental cars.
We will offer complimentary round-the-clock shuttle service between the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center and the following hotels:
- JW Marriott New Orleans
- New Orleans Marriott
- Hilton New Orleans
- Sheraton New Orleans Hotel
You can find the shuttle schedule on our schedule of events page.
Continuing Education (CE)
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Absolutely. CE courses are a major part of the McKesson ideaShare experience and they will return in 2024. You will be able to earn up to eleven (11) CEU hours during the show.
Pre-registration is not required for Continuing Education (CE) courses. Customers with a full conference pass will be admitted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Continuing Education for McKesson ideaShare 2024 has been accredited by CEI, an ACPE-accredited provider of continuing pharmacy education. If you attend a session, you MUST complete the online requirements to obtain your CE credit. You have 30 days from when you attend the session to obtain CE credit.
This deadline is non-negotiable due to the CPE Monitor reporting timelines.
Redeem your credit from Health Mart University: If you are a Health Mart® customer, claim your credit by logging in to myHealthMart.com and accessing Health Mart University℠ (HMU). Enter the code provided in the “Enter CPE Code or Access Code” box. Click SUBMIT. Complete the evaluation as prompted and click SUBMIT to send your information to CPE Monitor.