An Act relative to pharmacy deserts
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill directs the Health Policy Commission’s Office of Health Resource Planning to analyze the availability and distribution of pharmacies and pharmaceutical services across Massachusetts. The goal is to identify areas, often rural or underserved, where access to pharmacies is limited – referred to as ‘pharmacy deserts.’ This assessment will inform efforts to improve medication access for residents throughout the state. The bill seeks to understand the current landscape of pharmacy services and potential gaps in service delivery.
Key provisions
- Requires the Office of Health Resource Planning to conduct an assessment.
- The assessment will focus on the supply, distribution, and capacity of pharmacies.
- The assessment will evaluate pharmaceutical services.
- The assessment will identify areas with limited pharmacy access.
Who is affected
- Residents of Massachusetts
- Individuals with limited access to pharmacies
- Pharmacies in underserved areas
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Primary sponsor
Christopher J. Worrell
Cosponsors
Christopher J. Worrell
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