NACDS submitted comments to the Board of Pharmacy on proposed rules that would implement a 2012 law allowing central prescription filling. NACDS commended the Board for pursuing this rulemaking initiative and asked the Board to clarify certain administrative requirements to ensure that the rule is workable for pharmacies.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Leigh Knotts at 803-243-7207.
Gov. Nathan Deal (R) called a special session of the legislature on Tuesday, November 13 to take immediate action and lead the way in spurring economic recovery after the heavy damage caused by Hurricane Michael.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Leigh Knotts at 803-243-7207.
The Department of Community Health has contracted with Myers & Stauffer LC to conduct a cost of dispensing survey. The survey will be distributed on Thursday, October 11 to all pharmacies participating in the Medicaid fee-for-service program. The survey must be completed by Friday, November 16.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Leigh Knotts at 803-243-7207.
SB 422, sponsored by Sen. Renee Unterman (R) and signed by Gov. Nathan Deal (R) on May 3, exempts pharmacists acting within their scope of practice from the laws requiring registration of a clinical laboratory for all tests, rather than just capillary blood tests.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Leigh Knotts at 803-243-7207.
As a reminder, effective January 1, 2018, every prescriber who maintains an active DEA certificate and prescribes controlled substances, except those holding a residency training permit, was required to complete at least three hours of AMA/AOA PRA Category 1 CME that is designed specifically to address controlled substance prescribing practices. Pharmacists are also encouraged to complete this online program to understand the new requirements and guidelines for controlled substances prescribing and chronic pain management. Additionally, pharmacists are expected to serve as a resource for prescribers and patients on these regulations and requirements.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Leigh Knotts at 803-243-7207.