Kentucky
MedImpact has published a bulletin with override codes for early refills for patients impacted by tornadoes in Kentucky.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Jill McCormack at 717-592-8977.
Louisiana
The Department of Health (LDH) issued a revised Bulletin 19-3 outlining provider’s options have to resolve issues with Medicaid Managed Care Organizations. (MCOs)
Also in Louisiana, despite objections from some lawmakers and the Attorney General, Gov. John Bel Edwards (D) announced that he is adding COVID-19 vaccinations to the list of required shots for students to attend schools and universities, effective for the 2022-23 school year.
Finally in Louisiana, NACDS submitted written comments to the Louisiana Board of Pharmacy in support of proposed rules that make permanent certain authorities for pharmacy technicians and interns authorized under the PREP Act. Specifically, the proposed rules would codify authority for pharmacy technicians and interns to administer vaccines, in addition to making other changes to the existing rules that simplify existing administrative requirements for vaccines provided by pharmacy providers. The Board will hold a public hearing on December 28, 2021.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Mary Staples at 817-442-1155.
Minnesota
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) will host a public, virtual meeting on Wednesday, December 29, 2021, at 2 p.m. CST to demonstrate the functionality of the registration system and provide an update on the technical build for the Prescription Drug Price Transparency Act (the “Act”) (Minnesota Statutes 62J.84; amended by Minnesota Laws, 2021, Regular Session, Chapter 30 – HF 2128 – Article 3, Sec. 5 – 9). To join, use the Webex Meeting Link, Meeting Number (access code): 2494 346 4226, Meeting Password: tXaTGFdT722. MDH will post–meeting materials on the Prescription Drug Price Transparency Meetings page. Additional information is available online at www.health.state.mn.us/data/rxtransparency, where interested individuals and stakeholders may also subscribe to periodic updates.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Jill McCormack at 717-592-8977.
Missouri
The RX Cares for Missouri Program, administered by the Missouri Board of Pharmacy, is seeking grant funding proposals for the purpose of developing or providing programs or education to promote medication safety or prevent prescription drug abuse, misuse, and diversion.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Mary Staples at 817-442-1155.
Nebraska
The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) issued Provider Bulletin 21- 25 announcing December 2021 COVID-19 Vaccine Updates featuring updates on booster doses.
Also in Nebraska, the Department of Health and Human Services announced the next COVID-19 Medicaid Provider call will take place on January 5, 2022, at noon (Central).
For more information, contact NACDS’ Sandra Guckian at 703-774-4801.
New Mexico
The New Mexico Board of Pharmacy rules now allow Certified Immunization Pharmacy Technicians to vaccinate ALL vaccines to anyone prescribed by their Supervising Pharmacist, effective November 30, 2021.
Also in New Mexico, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham (D) extended the Public Health Order requiring masks indoors in all public settings through January 7th, 2022.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Mary Staples at 817-308-2103.
North Carolina: The North Carolina Board of Pharmacy published proposed administrative rules concerning pharmacy interns. These rules can be found beginning on Page 1049 (PDF Page 57) of the North Carolina Register.
The Board will hold a public hearing on these rules on February 8, 2022. The public hearing will be held remotely. The public can participate on Teams at https://tinyurl.com/jsuk4bjk or call 336-604-5350, conference ID 903 191 899#. The Board will accept written comments until February 14, 2022, and should be submitted to Jay Campbell, 6015 Farrington Road, Suite 201, Chapel Hill, NC 27517; fax (919) 246-1056; email ncboprulemaking@ncbop.org.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Leigh Knotts at 803-243-7207.
North Carolina
The North Carolina Board of Pharmacy published proposed administrative rules concerning pharmacy interns. These rules can be found beginning on Page 1049 (PDF Page 57) of the North Carolina Register.
The Board will hold a public hearing on these rules on February 8, 2022. The public hearing will be held remotely. The public can participate on Teams at https://tinyurl.com/jsuk4bjk or call 336-604-5350, conference ID 903 191 899#. The Board will accept written comments until February 14, 2022, and should be submitted to Jay Campbell, 6015 Farrington Road, Suite 201, Chapel Hill, NC 27517; fax (919) 246-1056; email ncboprulemaking@ncbop.org.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Leigh Knotts at 803-243-7207.
North Dakota
The Health Care Committee announced a meeting on December 16 and posted an agenda including the Medication Optimization Study and the Prescription Drug Study.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Sandra Guckian at 703-774-4801.
Oregon
The Board of Pharmacy adopted the following permanent rules effective last Friday, December 10.
- OAR 855-006-0005 related to Definitions
- OAR 855-007-0088 related to Compliance with OHA COVID Rules
- OAR 855-020-0110 and OAR 855-020-0300 related to Pharmacist Prescriptive Authority- COVID mAb, PEP & PrEP
Also in Oregon, the Board of Pharmacy adopted the following temporary rules effective last Friday, December 10.
- OAR 855-006-0005 related to Definitions
- OAR 855-020-0300 related to Pharmacist Prescriptive Authority: COVID-19 Antigen Self-Test
- OAR 855-041-1092 related to Temporary Pharmacy Closures
For more information, contact NACDS’ Sandra Guckian at 703-774-4801.