A 289
Requires health care practitioners prescribing opioid medications to limit amount of prescribed medication to seven-day supply, except in certain circumstances.
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Bill overview
This bill requires healthcare practitioners in New Jersey who prescribe opioid medications to limit the amount prescribed to a seven-day supply, except under specific circumstances. It mandates a thorough medical history review, treatment plan development, and prescription monitoring information access before issuing prescriptions. The bill also addresses chronic pain management through a pain management agreement and requires discussions with patients about opioid risks. Furthermore, it establishes a process for issuing multiple prescriptions for extended opioid supplies under certain conditions.
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Gregory McGuckin
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