Section Ph 2603.01 - Pharmacist Requirements In order to dispense nicotine cessation therapy, a pharmacist shall:
(a) Hold a current license to practice as a pharmacist or be registered as a pharmacy intern under RSA 318:15-b in New Hampshire;(b) Possess at least $1,000,000 of professional liability insurance coverage;(c) Complete an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) accredited educational training program related to nicotine cessation;(d) Provide notice to the primary care provider, when designated by the patient, of the administration of nicotine cessation therapy;(e) Have a current standing order authored and signed by a physician, physician assistant, or advanced practice registered nurse (APRN);(f) Construct, maintain, and follow written policies and procedures that establish a protocol that includes patient evaluation, treatment, dispensing, and follow up.(g) Recommend the patient seek additional assistance for behavior change, including but not limited to the NH Smoke Free helpline (1-800-quit-now) and web-based programs such as "Quit Now" located at http://quitnownh.org.N.H. Admin. Code § Ph 2603.01
Derived from Number 10, Filed March 9, 2023, Proposed by #13559, Effective 4/12/2023, Expires 4/12/2033.