The bill amends the Public Health Code by updating definitions and provisions related to public health programs and the delegation of prescription drug dispensing. It clarifies the definition of "Medicaid" to include the updated citation of 42 USC 1396w-8 and modifies the definition of "public health program" to include a county jail that provides medical care to inmates. Additionally, it removes references to "migrant" health centers and community health centers from the definition, streamlining the types of programs recognized under the law.

Furthermore, the bill establishes specific conditions under which a dispensing prescriber can delegate the delivery of prescription drugs in public health programs without an on-site pharmacy. It allows for the delegation of oral contraceptives and methadone doses under certain circumstances, including the requirement for written protocols and appropriate training for individuals involved in the delivery. Notably, it introduces provisions for county jails, permitting prescribers to delegate the delivery of prescription drugs associated with medically assisted treatment programs to inmates, ensuring that they receive necessary medications during and after their incarceration.

Statutes affected:
Senate Introduced Bill: 333.17745