Bill
Bill > S3867
summary
Introduced
11/18/2024
11/18/2024
In Committee
11/18/2024
11/18/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill provides that any prescription or order for medication issued by an authorized prescriber for a patient, who is 18 years of age or younger, is to include the patient's weight expressed in kilograms on the prescription or order.
AI Summary
This bill requires that any prescription or order for medication issued by an authorized medical professional (such as a doctor or nurse practitioner) for patients who are 18 years old or younger must include the patient's weight, specifically expressed in kilograms. By mandating the inclusion of weight on prescriptions for pediatric and adolescent patients, the bill aims to improve medication safety and dosing accuracy, as many medications are prescribed based on a patient's body weight. The bill will go into effect 180 days after it is enacted, giving healthcare providers and medical systems time to update their prescription practices and documentation to comply with the new requirement. This provision applies to all prescriptions for patients in this age group, regardless of the type of medication or medical condition being treated.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee (on 11/18/2024)
Official Document
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S3867 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S4000/3867_I1.HTM |
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