This bill amends section 465.1865 of the Florida Statutes to revise the definition of "chronic health condition" in the context of collaborative pharmacy practice. Specifically, it excludes certain heart conditions, namely heart failure, coronary heart disease, and cardiac rhythm disorders, from the definition of chronic health conditions that pharmacists can collaboratively manage. The bill retains the existing list of conditions such as arthritis, asthma, and type 2 diabetes, while allowing for the addition of other chronic conditions through rules established by the relevant boards.

The effective date for this amendment is set for July 1, 2025. This change aims to clarify the scope of conditions that pharmacists can address in collaborative practice, ensuring that specific heart-related issues are not included in this framework.

Statutes affected:
S 294 Filed: 465.1865