AK SB169

Authorizes qualified pharmacists to prescribe and dispense self-administered hormonal contraceptives after completing a Board of Pharmacy-approved training program on contraceptive prescribing and counseling.

Requires pharmacists to obtain a patient self-screening assessment, provide information on all contraceptive methods, and refer patients to primary care or women's health practitioners before prescribing.

Prohibits pharmacists from requiring patient appointments for contraceptive prescriptions and limits refills to patients who have had a clinical women's health visit within three years of initial prescription.

Mandates the Board of Pharmacy adopt regulations in consultation with the State Medical Board, State Board of Nursing, and Department of Health and Social Services using American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists guidelines.

Prohibits health insurers from denying coverage solely because a qualified pharmacist prescribed the self-administered hormonal contraceptive under this section; all existing state and federal insurance laws apply.