AZ SB1339

Allows physicians to conduct required physical or mental health status examinations via real-time telemedicine with audio and video capability meeting CMS requirements before prescribing medications, rather than limiting to in-person exams only.

Modifies prescription requirements for physicians, naturopathic doctors, and osteopathic physicians to permit telemedicine-based examinations for medication prescribing in compliance with federal standards.

Clarifies exemptions from the physical examination requirement for temporary patient supervision, emergency situations, prescription preparation for medical exams, public health immunizations, communicable disease contacts, household immunizations, and epinephrine auto-injectors.

Adds exception allowing prescriptions written through telemedicine programs covered by hospital or outpatient treatment center policies and procedures.

Expands pharmacy laws to recognize prescriptions dispensed following telemedicine examinations meeting CMS standards and adds similar exemptions for various categories of medications and public health situations.