Bill > SB839

This bill mandates that, starting in 2026, the Maryland Department of Health must conduct an "in-state cost-of-dispensing survey" at least every three years to determine the actual costs pharmacies incur when dispensing medications. Following the completion of this survey, the Department will have six months to establish new regulations for a "fee-for-service professional dispensing fee," which is the payment made to pharmacies for the service of preparing and providing prescription drugs to patients, ensuring this fee is directly linked to the findings of the cost survey.

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https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0839?ys=2026RS