This bill proposes updates to current statutes regarding the provision of pharmaceutical care during declared emergencies. Specifically, it would amend the existing law to allow pharmacies owned by a health system to compound and repackage prescription drugs on a nonpatient-specific basis for patients of that health system during emergencies caused by natural disasters or terrorist attacks. This change is aimed at enhancing the ability of pharmacies to respond effectively in crisis situations.

Additionally, the bill clarifies the language surrounding emergency refill prescriptions, replacing "one-time" with "onetime" and ensuring consistency in the terminology used for the supply duration of medications. It also specifies that the authority for pharmacists to compound or repackage prescriptions, as well as dispense emergency refills, is contingent upon the continuation of the declared state of emergency, which ends when the emergency is terminated. Overall, these updates aim to streamline the response of pharmacies in emergency situations while maintaining patient care standards.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 32-1910
House Engrossed Version: 32-1910
Chaptered Version: 32-1910