Michigan
Governors from Michigan, Kentucky, Indiana, Illinois, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin have formed a pact for coordinating the reopening of the Midwest regional economy.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Joel Kurzman at 847-905-0555.
Minnesota
In its latest update to its Frequently Asked Questions, the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy addresses the extent to which pharmacists can be involved in COVID-19 testing at this time. NACDS encourages members to check the FAQ document regularly for updates.
Also in Minnesota... Governors from Minnesota, Kentucky, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin have formed a pact for coordinating the reopening of the Midwest regional economy.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Joel Kurzman at 847-905-0555.
Nevada
Nellis Air Force Base Pharmacy (NAFBP) notified the state Board of Pharmacy that all people not located on the base, mostly veterans and their family members, temporarily will not be able to pick up prescriptions at the Base. Since Nevada law requires that these prescriptions be transferred and filled, approximately 16,000 refills per month, must be transferred to Nevada retail pharmacies. NACDS members are working with NAFBP staff to facilitate these transfers. To assist with the transfers and refills, please refer to NAC 639.713 – 639.7145 (and 21 CFR § 1306.25 where applicable) and NRS 639.2394.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Mary Staples at 817-442-1155.
New Mexico
The Medical Board issued a Final rule effective March 24th amending and adopting regulations under 16.10.9 through 16.10.22 NMAC (nonconsecutive) to add licensure fees for out-of-state sports team physicians and naturopathic doctors. The rule also adds licensure reinstatement fees for anesthesiologist assistants and polysomnographic technologists, updates fees for physician assistants and genetic counselors, and increases fees for license verification to $37. In addition, the rule requires health care providers who prescribe opioid analgesics for the first time to advise the patient of the risks of overdose and co-prescribe an opioid antagonist for opioid prescriptions written for at least a five-day supply. Finally, the rule adds practice requirements for naturopathic doctors.
Also in New Mexico... The Office of the Superintendent of Insurance announce a Proposed rule amending regulations under 13.10.13 NMAC to change "copayments" to "cost-sharing" and prohibit cost-sharing for testing and health care services for the new coronavirus, pneumonia, influenza, or other diseases or conditions that are the cause or subject of a public health emergency. The rule currently is in effect as an emergency rule. A hearing is scheduled for April 23rd, and comments will be accepted through 4:00 PM MDT on April 23, 2020. Comments should be sent to Melissa Martinez; Office of Superintendent Insurance; 505-476-0333; melissa.martinez2@state.nm.us.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Mary Staples at 817-442-1155.
Ohio
Governors from Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin have formed a pact for coordinating the reopening of the Midwest regional economy.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Jill McCormack at 717-592-8977.
South Dakota
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem (R ) issued an Executive Order with a number of temporary pharmacy related provisions to facilitate engagement on COVID-19, including licensing, out of state pharmacies, waiving the pharmacist-to-technician ratio, pharmacy transfers, therapeutic substitution, and more.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Joel Kurzman at 847-905-0555.
Texas
On April 12th, a day before the emergency orders would have expired, Gov. Greg Abbott indefinitely extended the disaster declaration for all Texas counties in response to COVID-19.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Mary Staples at 817-442-1155.
Wisconsin
The Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin reported the Pharmacy Examining Board has issued a variance to temporarily relax counseling and delivery requirements for pharmacies.
Also in Wisconsin... Governors from Wisconsin, Kentucky, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, and Ohio have formed a pact for coordinating the reopening of the Midwest regional economy.
Also in Wisconsin… Gov. Evers (D) signed into law AB 1038, addressing prescription extensions, drug limits, and coverage of vaccinations in the SeniorCare program.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Joel Kurzman at 847-905-0555.
California
This week, California joined with Oregon and Washington in a Western States Pact to coordinate the regional reopening of the economy as the COVID-19 pandemic progresses.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Mary Staples at 817-442-1155.