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CT HB06697

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/24/2017

Primary Sponsor

Kathleen McCarty

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Origin

House of Representatives

2017 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Requires pharmacists to review a patient's records in the electronic prescription drug monitoring program before dispensing opioid medications
  • Applies to all opioid medications dispensed in accordance with a patient's prescription
  • Amends section 21a-254 of the general statutes
  • Aims to prevent opioid abuse through enhanced prescription monitoring oversight

Legislative Description

An Act Requiring A Pharmacist To Review A Patient's Records In The Electronic Prescription Drug Monitoring System Prior To Dispensing An Opioid Medication.

Last Action

Public Hearing 02/10

2/3/2017

Committee Referrals

Public Health1/24/2017

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