The Department of Managed Health Care announced All Plan Letter 21-011 to provide an overview of new guidance from the federal Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and the Treasury that address the implementation of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act), and other health coverage issues related to COVID-19. The letter discusses coverage of diagnostic testing, especially public health surveillance testing.
Also in California, The Board of Pharmacy posted its monthly news roundup. Among the items of interest are the March 2021 issue of “The Script” with articles about new pharmacy laws, new requirements for controlled substance prescription forms and for reporting to CURES, tips on how to avoid processing delays for pharmacy technician license applications, and a reminder that pharmacists-in-charge are required to complete a self-assessment of the pharmacy’s compliance with state and federal laws before July 1 of each odd-numbered year. Current forms and draft versions under review for possible adoption are available online under “Facility License Information/Renewal.” Effective April 1, 2021, the CURES fee will increase from $6 to $11 annually for two years in which most licensees will see a $22 CURES fee due to the biennial renewal cycle.
Also in California. The Board of Pharmacy posted “Guidance on Eligible Personnel for Vaccines Administered in Pharmacies.” Please visit the above link for more information.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Sandra Guckian at 703-774-4801.