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MO HB1525

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/6/2010

Primary Sponsor

Rob Schaaf

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Origin

House of Representatives

2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Adds blood clotting products-related services to MO HealthNet coverage, including home delivery of blood clotting products, ancillary infusion equipment and supplies, and in-home assessments by healthcare professionals when deemed necessary by a physician.

  • Establishes section 338.400 defining key terms related to bleeding disorders and blood clotting products, including hemophilia, von Willebrand's disease, and FDA-approved clotting factor products.

  • Requires the Missouri State Board of Pharmacy to promulgate rules governing standard of care for blood clotting therapies, incorporating standards from the National Hemophilia Foundation's Medical and Scientific Advisory Council.

  • Mandates pharmacies provide all FDA-approved blood clotting product brands and assays, deliver products to established patients within two business days (three days for new patients) in non-emergency situations, and respond to emergent requests within eight hours.

  • Requires 24/7 pharmacist availability, patient contact information for delivery problems, 24-hour notification of product recalls, and proper hazardous waste disposal; prohibits brand substitutions without physician approval except in emergencies.

Legislative Description

Establishes the standard of care for persons with bleeding disorders

Last Action

HCS Voted Do Pass (H)

4/28/2010

Committee Referrals

Insurance Policy3/3/2010

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