California
The Department of Health Care Services posted the following on the Medi-Cal Rx Web Portal:
For more information, contact NACDS’ Sandra Guckian at 703-774-4801.
Colorado
HB26-1336, legislation that expands access to pharmacy healthcare services and authorizes payment for these services for both Medicaid and commercial patients, passed the Senate Health and Human Services Committee and awaits a final vote by the Senate. The bill enables children 12 years of age and under to receive test-and-treat services directly from pharmacies. It also allows pharmacy technicians, under pharmacist supervision, to perform final product verification and other technical, non-discretionary tasks.
Also in Colorado, the Board of Pharmacy released Volume 18, Winter 2026 and Volume 19, Spring 2026 of its newsletter providing updates on regulatory developments and Board activities.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Mary Staples at 817-442-1155.
Connecticut
HB 5375 was passed by the Legislature this week and is expected to be signed into law by Gov. Ned Lamont (D). The legislation, which has been an NACDS priority for the 2026 session, prohibits an insurance carrier from denying pharmacy reimbursement based solely on a provider’s license type for any “covered clinical service” that falls within a pharmacist’s scope and is otherwise eligible for reimbursement when performed by a physician, physician assistant or advanced practice registered nurse.
For more information, please contact NACDS’ Mike Sargent at 207-272-6435.
Florida
The Department of Health announced a new licensure experience for health care practitioners on April 29.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Leigh Knotts at 803-243-7207.
Kansas:
HB 2068, an omnibus bill incorporating key pharmacy-supported provisions from HB 2676, HB 2740, SB 322 and SB 431, passed both legislative chambers and was signed into law by Governor Laura Kelly (D). The bill expands pharmacists’ prescribing authority under standard of care regulations and permits remote pharmacy services by pharmacy technicians.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Mary Staples at 817-442-1155.
Maryland
The Prescription Drug Advisory Board is soliciting comments on proposed revisions to COMAR 14.01.04 (cost study process). Written comments are due by 12:00 noon on May 8 to pdab.regs@maryland.gov. For more information, visit the Board’s website.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Jill McCormack at 717-592-8977.
Minnesota
Last week, CMS approved the state’s application to direct a state-funded supplemental dispensing fee of $4.50 to pharmacies not owned by a PBM and located in HRSA (Health Resources and Services Administration) medically underserved areas. The $4.50 per prescription payments apply to Medicaid Managed Care prescriptions filled on or after July 1, 2025. The program is a result of a 2025 state budget provision NACDS helped develop as a safety net for pharmacies until cost-based reimbursement is implemented under the Single PBM model. NACDS will continue collaborating with the Department of Health and Human Services while they develop the state’s application and disbursement procedures, with an eye on maximizing member participation. In addition, NACDS is supporting current legislation that would amend the law to continue the payments until the Single PBM delayed implementation date in 2028.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Jill McCormack at 717-592-8977.
Nevada
The Board of Pharmacy’s next hybrid meeting is on June 3 and 4 in Las Vegas.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Mary Staples at 817-442-1155.
North Carolina
Medicaid announced the NC Medicaid Pharmacy Benefits Administrator (PBA) system has successfully gone live. As you begin submitting POS claims, please note that the new PBA system strictly adheres to NCPDP requirements. Pharmacies are strongly encouraged to refer to the Payer Specification when submitting POS claims to ensure claims are billed correctly in alignment with NCPDP standards. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact the Prime Pharmacy Call Center at 844‑620‑6116.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Leigh Knotts at 803-243-7207.