NJ A3675

Pharmacists in New Jersey may dispense HIV preexposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and postexposure prophylaxis (PEP) without an individual prescription under a standing order from the Commissioner of Health, provided they complete an approved training program.

For PrEP, pharmacists may furnish a 30- to 60-day supply to patients who test HIV-negative within the previous seven days, report no acute HIV symptoms or contraindicated medications, and have not received pharmacist-dispensed PrEP in the past two years.

For PEP, pharmacists may dispense a complete course if the patient's HIV exposure occurred within 72 hours and the patient meets CDC clinical guidelines.

All group and individual health insurance policies, health service corporation contracts, and health maintenance organizations must cover pharmacist-dispensed HIV prophylaxis without prior authorization or step therapy requirements.

Insurance coverage for pharmacist-dispensed PrEP is limited to a 60-day supply per patient within any two-year period, and out-of-network pharmacy coverage is not required unless the plan includes such benefits.