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This bill modifies the existing laws regarding telemedicine prescribing practices for non-opioid and opioid controlled drugs in Schedules II through IV, expanding the prescribing authority to include physician assistants (PAs) and advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs). Previously, physicians were limited in their ability to prescribe these medications via telemedicine, but the bill removes the requirement of establishing an initial in-person physician-patient relationship. Instead, the bill now mandates that a subsequent evaluation must be conducted by a licensed practitioner at intervals appropriate for the patient's medical condition and specific drug, with evaluations occurring at least annually. The new provisions allow PAs and APRNs to prescribe these controlled substances through telemedicine, subject to the same annual evaluation requirement. All prescribing must continue to comply with federal and state laws and regulations. The bill will take effect 60 days after its passage, providing healthcare providers with more flexibility in delivering medical care remotely while maintaining patient safety through ongoing evaluation requirements.

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