The Medicaid Office of Pharmacy Services (OPS) issued an advisory this week reminding Medicaid-enrolled pharmacies about the regulatory requirements for returning an unclaimed prescription to stock. According to COMAR 10.09.03.03 (M), pharmacies are required to reverse invoice charges for any prescription not picked up by the participant or their designee within 14 days of dispensing the opioid antagonist. The 14-day period begins at the date of service (dispensing). The advisory cautioned that they are actively monitoring claim reversals and that signs of non-compliance may trigger audits and further review.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Jill McCormack at 717-592-8977.