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NC H726

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

4/6/2011

Primary Sponsor

Ray Rapp

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Origin

House of Representatives

2011-2012 Session

AI Summary

  • Requires prescribers and dispensers to review controlled substances reporting system information for the preceding 12-month period before prescribing or dispensing a controlled substance to a patient.

  • Mandates this review to determine if the prescription is medically necessary and appropriate.

  • Exempts emergency situations where immediate action is necessary to preserve a patient's life or health.

  • Authorizes the Commission to adopt rules as necessary to implement the requirement.

  • Effective date is October 1, 2011.

Legislative Description

Mandate Use of Contr. Sub. Reporting System

Last Action

Ref To Com On Judiciary Subcommittee B

4/7/2011

Committee Referrals

Judiciary Subcommittee B4/7/2011

Full Bill Text

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