MN HF3250

Amends Minnesota Statutes 2016, section 151.01, subdivision 27 to modify the definition of pharmacy practice to include drug administration for first dosage and medical emergencies (existing language removed strikethrough).

Authorizes pharmacists to participate in initiation, management, modification, and discontinuation of drug therapy under written protocols or collaborative practice agreements with dentists, optometrists, physicians, podiatrists, veterinarians, physician assistants, or advanced practice registered nurses.

Permits pharmacists to administer influenza vaccines to individuals age six and older and other vaccines to patients age 13 and older under written protocol with a qualified prescriber, with requirements for pharmacist training, use of Minnesota Immunization Information Connection, and compliance with federal immunization guidelines.

Allows pharmacists to initiate, manage, modify, and discontinue therapy with opiate antagonists pursuant to written protocols with qualified practitioners or community health board medical consultants under section 151.37, subdivision 13.

Requires documentation of any drug therapy changes made under protocols or collaborative practice agreements in the patient's medical record or reporting to the practitioner responsible for patient care.