The Board of Pharmacy updated its Frequently Asked Questions document on its website and includes information about COVID testing and vaccinations by technicians, and links to a Department of Health vaccination pre-registration survey. Please visit the above links for more information.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Joel Kurzman at 847-905-0555.
The Minnesota Board of Pharmacy updated its COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions document to include information in response to the third amendment of the PREP Act declaration.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Joel Kurzman at 847-905-0555.
For those who could not participate in the Minnesota Retailers Association’s webinar about the Insulin Safety Net Program, a recording is available. While the program is in effect and operational, the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) have filed a federal lawsuit.
Also in Minnesota. Kendra Metz, PharmD, RPh, was recently appointed to the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy for a four-year term. A Pharmacist-In-Charge for NACDS member company Thrifty White in Moose Lake, more information about Dr. Metz can be found in her Board biography. Gov. Walz (D) also reappointed Mary Phipps, PharmD, RPh, of St Cloud, to a four-year term. Dr. Phipps is the system director of pharmacy for CentraCare Health.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Joel Kurzman at 847-905-0555.
The Minnesota Retailers Association, Minnesota Pharmacists Association, Minnesota Grocers Association and NACDS are offering a webinar presentation on the insulin safety net program with Board of Pharmacy Executive Director Dr. Cody Wiberg, including an opportunity for Q&A. This webinar is intended for pharmacies and pharmacists as they prepare for the July 1 program launch. We encourage pre-registration in order to allow us to monitor capacity: www.mnretail.org/insulin. Participation is limited to 100 seats. Thursday June 25, 2020, at 1:00 pm CDT.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Joel Kurzman at 847-905-0555.
The Minnesota Board of Pharmacy published a Summary of 2020 Legislation, as well as guidance for implementing HF 3100, the Minnesota Insulin Safety Net Program. The program is to be operational by July 1, 2020, but numerous challenges persist.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Joel Kurzman at 847-905-0555.
The Board of Pharmacy issued a guidance document to assist with the challenging implementation of the insulin safety net program created by HF 3100.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Joel Kurzman at 847-905-0555.
In its latest update to its Frequently Asked Questions, the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy addresses the extent to which pharmacists can be involved in COVID-19 testing at this time. NACDS encourages members to check the FAQ document regularly for updates.
Also in Minnesota... Governors from Minnesota, Kentucky, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin have formed a pact for coordinating the reopening of the Midwest regional economy.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Joel Kurzman at 847-905-0555.
Following Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz’s (D) Executive Order, Department of Human Services Commissioner Jodi Harpstead modified requirements to allow 90-day refill limits for prescription maintenance medications. The Board of Pharmacy is regularly updating its Frequently Asked Questions document, so NACDS members are encouraged to review it for new information
For more information, contact NACDS’ Joel Kurzman at 847-905-0555.
The Minnesota Department of Human Services announced it will delay the upcoming Cost of Dispensing survey. Mercer has contacted pharmacies with additional information. In addition, the March 20, 2020 webinar has been canceled.
Also in Minnesota… The Minnesota Board of Pharmacy has issued a Frequently Asked Questions document in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
For more information, contact NACDS’ Joel Kurzman at 847-905-0555.