This bill amends various sections of Florida Statutes related to pharmacy operations, specifically to incorporate the concept of remote-site pharmacies. It revises the definition of "pharmacy" to include remote-site pharmacies and updates the terms regarding the presence and duties of pharmacists. The bill allows registered pharmacy technicians to handle sales transactions and delivery of dispensed drugs under remote supervision, while also providing exceptions to certain supervision limitations. Additionally, it establishes requirements for remote-site pharmacies, including the necessity for a licensed pharmacist to serve as the prescription department manager and to notify the Department of Health of any changes in management.

The bill also outlines the operational guidelines for remote-site pharmacies, such as restrictions on dispensing Schedule II medications unless a pharmacist is present, and mandates that the prescription department manager must visit the remote-site pharmacy regularly. Furthermore, it allows the Board of Pharmacy to adopt rules regarding the operation of remote-site pharmacies and exempts certain registered pharmacy technicians from specified prohibitions. The effective date for these changes is set for July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
S 906 Filed: 465.003, 465.014, 465.022