Bill > A06713

This bill requires pharmacies to provide customers with the retail price of prescription medications (defined as the price before insurance calculations) in writing or electronically, such as via SMS or email, prior to charging for the prescription. The bill applies to both mail-order and in-person pharmacy prescriptions, mandating that pharmacies must disclose the full retail price at the time a prescription is dispensed. This transparency requirement covers all new prescriptions written after the bill's effective date, and also allows patients to request retail price information for prescriptions written before the bill's enactment. The bill amends both the public health law and the education law to ensure that pharmacies across New York state are obligated to provide clear, upfront pricing information directly to patients or their representatives. The legislation is designed to help consumers understand the true cost of their medications before purchase, potentially enabling them to make more informed healthcare and financial decisions. The bill will take effect 90 days after becoming law, with provisions for regulatory preparation during that interim period.

Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A6713