NJ A1154

Physicians, physician assistants, advanced practice nurses, and other authorized prescribers must obtain electronic or written informed consent before prescribing psychotropic medications with FDA "black box warnings," including ADD/ADHD medications.

Patients or their legal guardians must be informed about possible side effects and must acknowledge receipt of this notification in writing or electronically before the prescription can be issued.

When electronic or written consent cannot be obtained but oral consent is given, prescribers must document the date and circumstances of the informed consent in the patient's file.

Prescribers who violate these requirements face disciplinary action from their respective State licensing boards (Board of Medical Examiners or Board of Nursing).

The Division of Consumer Affairs, in consultation with the Department of Health, will adopt implementing regulations, and the law takes effect 180 days after enactment.