Prior to the end of the regular session sine die on May 8, the legislature approved several bills pharmacies supported that have been signed into law by Gov. Jared Polis (D).
- SB23-162, will increase access to pharmacy services, including (1) pharmacy technicians administering vaccinations, point-of care testing and technical tasks delegated by the pharmacist, (2) increasing the Pharmacy Technician ratio for central fill facilities to 8:1 and (3) allowing Medicaid to reimburse pharmacies for administering vaccines to children under 19 years old.
- HB23- 1201, PBM reform legislation, eliminates spread pricing and provides for more transparency.
- HB23-1227 enhances the Commissioners enforcement authority over PBMs.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Mary Staples at 817-442-1155.