Bill > S734

This bill establishes new regulations for specialty pharmacies in Massachusetts, focusing on improving access to specialty medications. The legislation requires specialty pharmacies to obtain a license from the state board of pharmacy, with a designated pharmacist in charge who must be licensed and in good standing. This pharmacist will be responsible for ensuring the pharmacy's compliance with state regulations, including maintaining current licenses, keeping detailed records of dispensed drugs, and reporting any changes in management or enforcement actions. The bill also prevents out-of-state pharmacies from dispensing specialty drugs in Massachusetts without obtaining a specialty license. Additionally, the bill prohibits health insurance carriers from preventing licensed pharmacies from dispensing specialty drugs, as long as the pharmacy can meet the specific handling, administration, and monitoring requirements. Carriers must also allow any network pharmacy to provide specialty drugs if they agree to the same reimbursement terms. The overall goal is to expand patient access to specialty medications by creating a more transparent and flexible regulatory framework for specialty pharmacies.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S734