NY S06779

Removes the requirement for practitioners to file information with the Department of Health when issuing non-electronic prescriptions for controlled substances due to temporary technological or electrical failure, replacing it with a requirement to note the reason in the patient's health record.

Eliminates the requirement to electronically file non-electronic controlled substance prescriptions with the Department of Health, instead requiring practitioners to document in the patient's health record either that timely electronic issuance was impractical and would have adversely affected patient care, or that the prescription was for an out-of-state pharmacy.

Applies the same documentation changes to prescriptions issued by practitioners under the Education Law (relating to dentists and other health professionals).

Requires practitioners using a waiver to notify the Department of Health in writing when they gain the capability to use electronic prescribing, with the waiver terminating within a specified timeframe.

Takes effect immediately upon enactment.