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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
04/04/2018
04/04/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to authorize pharmacists to perform certain medical procedures. Public Health.
AI Summary
This bill aims to recognize pharmacists as healthcare providers in Massachusetts. The key provisions of the bill are:
1. It amends the definition of "Health care provider" in state law to include registered pharmacists.
2. It requires the state's Medicaid program (MassHealth) to provide coverage for drug therapy management services by registered pharmacists for patients with chronic diseases.
3. It requires the state's Group Insurance Commission, which provides health insurance to state employees, to also cover drug therapy management services by registered pharmacists for patients with chronic diseases.
4. It expands the authority of pharmacists to administer certain drugs and biological products that have been ordered by a supervising physician, under a collaborative practice agreement.
5. It allows licensed pharmacists to dispense self-administered hormonal contraceptives and nicotine replacement products, subject to certain requirements and oversight.
The overall goal of the bill is to enhance the role of pharmacists in providing healthcare services in Massachusetts, particularly for patients with chronic conditions.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (7)
Jamie Eldridge (D),
Colleen Garry (D),
Robert Koczera (D),
Barbara L'Italien (D),
Jason Lewis (D),
Mike Moore (D),
Tom Stanley (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2535 (on 05/31/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1240 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1240.pdf |
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