pharmacy benefit managers; pharmacy permits
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill restricts pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) from acquiring or holding pharmacy permits in Arizona. It establishes a process for the Arizona State Board of Pharmacy to issue limited service pharmacy permits for rare medications and requires PBMs to notify pharmacies about potential violations. The bill also includes provisions for notifying patients and prescribers about potential changes to pharmacy dispensing services.
Key provisions
- PBMs cannot acquire or hold pharmacy permits.
- The Board of Pharmacy can issue limited service permits for rare medications.
- The Board must notify pharmacies of potential violations of the new rules.
- Pharmacies must notify patients and prescribers of potential changes to dispensing services.
- The bill includes provisions to address pharmacy employers and affiliated PBMs.
- The Board will conduct an initial assessment of existing pharmacy permits.
- PBMs must provide a list of pharmacies they have an interest in to the Board.
- Pharmacies must notify patients of changes to dispensing services.
Who is affected
- Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs)
- Pharmacies
- Patients
- Prescribing Healthcare Providers
- Arizona State Board of Pharmacy
Notable changes
- Creates a new section (32-1932) specifically addressing PBM involvement in pharmacy permits.
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