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Connecticut

The Department of Consumer Protection updated its website to allow for electronic registration of “pharmacy clerks” as established by legislation passed earlier this year that became effective October 1. This registration is required for any individual who will physically work in an area of a pharmacy or institutional pharmacy where controlled substances or other legend drugs are dispensed by, or under the supervision of, a pharmacist.

For more information, please contact NACDS’ Mike Sargent at 207-272-6435.

2024-10-10T11:39:20-04:00October 10, 2024|Connecticut|

Delaware

The Board of Pharmacy is scheduled to hold its regular meeting on October 16 at 9:30 am.  On the agenda is a discussion of legislation: HB 383, an Act to prohibit discrimination against 340B drug distribution.

For more information, please contact NACDS’ Mike Sargent at 207-272-6435.

2024-10-10T11:38:52-04:00October 10, 2024|Delaware|

Florida

In anticipation of the impact of Hurricane Milton, Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) issued Executive Order (EO) 24-215, amending EO 24-214 and declaring a state of emergency for 51 counties. The State Surgeon General signed Emergency Order 24-003, which among other items, permits pharmacies and prescription department managers to operate in multiple or mobile locations.

Also in Florida, effective September 30, Florida’s minimum wage increased from $12.00 per hour to $13.00 per hour. This increase is a result of Constitutional Amendment No. 2 passed by voters in the 2020 election. In accordance with the amendment, the minimum wage is set for annual increases on the path to a $15 minimum wage by September 30, 2026. The requirement applies to both public and private employers, regardless of size. Florida Statutes requires employers who must pay their employees the Florida minimum wage to post a minimum wage notice in a conspicuous and accessible place in each establishment where these employees work. Please download the updated 2024-2025 minimum wage poster and display accordingly to ensure you are following posting requirements.

For more information, contact NACDS’ Leigh Knotts at 803-243-7207.

2024-10-10T11:38:18-04:00October 10, 2024|Florida|

Kentucky

MedImpact issued a communication to pharmacies this week as a reminder about each managed care organizations (MCO) lock-in policy, including a list of each MCO’s criteria.

For more information, contact NACDS’ Jill McCormack at 717-592-8977.

2024-10-10T11:36:07-04:00October 10, 2024|Kentucky|

Louisiana

The Department of Health issued Informational Bulletin 24-33. Open Enrollment for Medicaid members starts on October 15 and ends on December 2. During this period, members may change their health or dental plans without a qualifying reason.

2024-10-10T11:35:32-04:00October 10, 2024|Louisiana|

Maine

The Prescription Drug Affordability Board met on October 7. The meeting’s main purpose was to finalize the draft for the questionnaire for public payors and to provide an update from the legislative planning workgroup, specifically concerning LD 1829. The Board is scheduled to meet next on November 25 at 10:30 am.

For more information, please contact NACDS’ Mike Sargent at 207-272-6435.

2024-10-10T11:34:47-04:00October 10, 2024|Maine|

Maryland

The Prescription Drug Affordability Board (PDAB) and Stakeholder Council (PDASC) announced upcoming meeting schedules:

  • The Prescription Drug Affordability Board Stakeholder Council (PDASC) will meet on November 4 at 2:00 pm. The meeting information page includes a link to register for the virtual meeting. They will not meet on October 21 or 28.
  • The Prescription Drug Affordability Board (PDAB) will only have one meeting in October; a virtual Ad-Hoc meeting is scheduled to be held on October 28 at 2:00 pm. The meeting information page includes a link to register and additional information.

For more information, contact NACDS’ Jill McCormack at 717-592-8977.

2024-10-10T11:34:03-04:00October 10, 2024|Maryland|
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