Rep. Bill Roemer (R) has introduced HB 673. This legislation authorizes licensed pharmacists and pharmacy interns to administer immunizations for COVID-19. Specifically, this measure states that licensed pharmacists and pharmacy interns are authorized to administer COVID-19 immunizations to individuals aged seven and older. Additionally, it allows for pharmacists to conduct COVID-19 diagnostic and antibodies tests. The House Local and State Government Committee heard proponent testimony this week. NACDS is on record supporting the bill. 

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Governors from Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin have formed a pact for coordinating the reopening of the Midwest regional economy.

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Pharmacists, interns and certified technicians may now administer FDA-approved COVD-19 tests under guidance released this week by the Board of Pharmacy.

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The Board of Pharmacy has issued an emergency rule, effective March 22nd, on the dispensing of chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine. For an FAQ on this issue and other COVID-19 related guidance issued by the board, visit their website.

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The Dept. of Health has issued a COVID-19 Checklist for Pharmacies with recommendations from Director Amy Acton, MD, MPH. For more information, visit the website.

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On November 1, the Bureau of Workers’ Compensation began reimbursing pharmacies for dispensing a drug disposal system to patients receiving an opioid prescription for the first time in the last 12 months. The Bureau’s October 2019 issue of the Provider eNews includes an overview of the program.

For more information, contact NACDS’ Jill McCormack at 717-592-8977.

On November 1, the Bureau of Workers’ Compensation began reimbursing pharmacies for dispensing a drug disposal system to patients receiving an opioid prescription for the first time in the last 12 months. The Bureau’s October 2019 issue of the Provider eNews includes an overview of the program.

For more information, contact NACDS’ Jill McCormack at 717-592-8977.

The Department of Medicaid (ODM) announced they will implement  a single preferred drug list (PDL) beginning Jan. 1, 2020.  The move is one in a series of reforms ODM is planning that are meant to increase transparency in the system for both patients and providers. Click here for the PDL and more information on this and other reforms ODM is considering.

For more information, contact NACDS’ Jill McCormack at 717-592-8977.

NACDS reminds members that the Ohio Department of Medicaid has published an RFI seeking providers’ input on Managed Care Procurement and encourages members to respond to the RFI and share their company’s experiences with and suggestions for improving the Managed Care system. Currently, there is no due date for submissions; it will be announced two weeks prior to closing.

For more information, contact NACDS’ Jill McCormack at 717-592-8977.