S.B 194: What it Means for Pharmacists in Utah

SB 194: What is Means for Pharmacists in Utah. 

Benefits of a 90-day supply include:

• Freedom to provide medications in amounts that are most convenient for patients
• Fewer trips to the pharmacy for refill prescriptions, which may help patients better adhere to their treatment regimen
• Co-pay savings for your patients (where coverage permits)

In order to dispense a 90-day supply:

• The patient must have completed an initial 30-day prescription to ensure safety and tolerability
•  The total amount prescribed must be at least a 90-day supply
• The prescriber must not have specified a certain prescribing method as medically necessary
• The pharmacist must notify the prescriber of the change in quantity dispensed

To learn more about S.B. 194: Click here to view the legislation.

Download the PDF File of SB 194