Current with legislation from 2024 Fiscal and Special Sessions.
Section 17-92-113 - Preservation of professional responsibilities of pharmacist - Prohibitions - Definitions(a) As used in this section:(1) "Exercise of professional responsibilities" includes without limitation a pharmacist's or pharmacy's: (A) Discussing any aspect of a patient's medical condition, treatment alternatives, or plan options with the patient;(B) In good faith communicating with or advocating on behalf of a patient concerning the patient's needs; or(C) Asserting rights under:(i) The contract with the pharmacy benefits manager; or(ii) State or federal law; and(2) "Pharmacy benefits manager" means a nongovernmental entity that administers or manages a pharmacy benefits plan or program.(b) A pharmacy benefits manager shall not interfere with the exercise of professional responsibilities to a patient by a pharmacist or a pharmacy. Acts 2011, No. 1007, § 1.