MI HB5131

Allows prescribers to designate agents to prepare and transmit prescriptions on their behalf without requiring written designation documentation.

Permits electronic transmission of prescriptions in compliance with HIPAA requirements, including those containing electronic signatures or other authenticating identifiers for the prescriber or agent.

Authorizes pharmacists to dispense prescriptions from out-of-state prescribers (except controlled substances) if they determine an existing patient relationship exists, the prescription is authentic, and the drug is appropriate for treatment.

Establishes requirements for electronically transmitted prescriptions to include prescriber contact information, patient name, transmission date/time, intended pharmacy, and authenticating signature or identifier.

Clarifies that prescriptions from patient charts in licensed health facilities may contain multiple prescriptions for schedule 3-5 controlled substances and noncontrolled substances on the same form, with pharmacists able to consult on quantity if not specified.