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FL H0585
Bill
Status
2/1/2011
Primary Sponsor
Douglas Broxson
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AI Summary
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Expands pharmacist authority to administer influenza vaccine to adults 18+, varicella zoster vaccine to adults 60+, and pneumococcal vaccine to adults 65+, replacing previous influenza-only restriction.
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Authorizes pharmacy interns with proper certification to administer vaccines and epinephrine autoinjection under pharmacist supervision and a supervising physician's protocol.
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Allows pharmacists and pharmacy interns to administer epinephrine autoinjection to adults 18+ experiencing anaphylactic reactions.
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Requires pharmacists to maintain $200,000 professional liability insurance and complete at least 20 hours of continuing education approved by the Board of Pharmacy in consultation with medical boards.
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Requires written protocols between pharmacists and supervising physicians that include specific procedures for addressing adverse reactions and define patient categories eligible for vaccine or epinephrine administration.
Legislative Description
Pharmacy
Last Action
Unfavorable by Health and Human Services Quality Subcommittee, laid on Table; YEAS 6 NAYS 7 -HJ 453
4/6/2011