Bill > H5633

This bill allows pharmacists to dispense a one-time refill of certain medications under specific circumstances when a patient cannot immediately obtain authorization from their prescriber. The pharmacist may provide a refill of up to 100 days of medication, but only if four key conditions are met: (1) the prescription is not for a controlled substance in Schedules II-V, (2) the medication is essential for maintaining life or treating a chronic condition, (3) interrupting the medication could cause significant health risks or discomfort, and (4) the pharmacist notifies the prescriber within seven business days of dispensing the medication. If no current prescriber exists, the pharmacist must document this in their record-keeping system. The bill is specifically designed to help patients continue critical medication therapy without interruption when they cannot immediately contact their healthcare provider, and it is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

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