The bill amends Florida Statutes to enhance the regulations surrounding electronic prescribing by health care practitioners. It specifically revises section 456.42 to stipulate that licensed health care practitioners who prescribe medicinal drugs must electronically transmit prescriptions, provided they are associated with a licensed health care facility that maintains an electronic health records system. The bill introduces new exceptions to this requirement, allowing practitioners to opt out if they prescribe fewer than 100 prescriptions annually, are located in a state of emergency area, or face temporary technological failures, among other circumstances. Additionally, it clarifies that pharmacists can fill prescriptions submitted electronically or in writing without altering existing claims adjudication procedures.

Furthermore, the bill updates sections 458.347 and 459.022 to ensure consistency in the language regarding physician assistants' prescribing authority. It specifies that prescriptions can be in either paper or electronic form, aligning with the revised section 456.42. The effective date for these changes is set for July 1, 2025. Overall, the bill aims to streamline the electronic prescribing process while accommodating specific situations that may hinder compliance.

Statutes affected:
H 1297 Filed: 458.347, 459.022
H 1297 e1: 458.347, 459.022