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NJ A4683
NJ A4683Authorizes pharmacists to dispense HIV prophylaxis without individual prescription under certain circumstances; mandates prescription benefits coverage.
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Introduced
09/29/2022
09/29/2022
In Committee
09/29/2022
09/29/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
Introduced Session
2022-2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Authorizes pharmacists to dispense HIV prophylaxis without individual prescription under certain circumstances; mandates prescription benefits coverage.
AI Summary
This bill:
1. Authorizes pharmacists to dispense HIV preexposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and postexposure prophylaxis (PEP) without an individual prescription, subject to certain requirements, including HIV testing, counseling, and notification of the patient's primary care provider.
2. Mandates that hospital service, medical service, health service, individual health insurance, group health insurance, small employer health benefits, and Medicaid plans provide coverage for pharmacist-dispensed PrEP and PEP without requiring prior authorization or step therapy (i.e., trying a lower-cost alternative first).
3. Prohibits plans from prohibiting pharmacists from dispensing PrEP and PEP, and limits coverage for pharmacist-dispensed PrEP to a 60-day supply within a 2-year period.
4. Requires the State Board of Pharmacy to adopt regulations to implement the pharmacist-dispensing provisions within 90 days of the bill's enactment.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Health Committee (on 09/29/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/A4683 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/A5000/4683_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/A5000/4683_I1.PDF |
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