Ch. 11 etc Flashcards
Who can have a pharmacy permit?
Individuals, corporations or partnerships
How long is a pharmacy permit valid?
All expire on Dec 31st
What are the physical requirements of a pharmacy?
Well-lit Ventilated Climate controlled Safely enclosed structure Restricted area Electronic record keeping Sufficient space Sink with hot and cold water Security system
Who can have access to the pharmacy?
Pharmacists must lock doors when dept is closed. Emergency access is kept outside of the pharmacy and it must be logged if used by a non-pharmacist
What references are required to be in a pharmacy?
LABOP laws and regulations (printed)
Current and appropriate references for pharmacy practice (online or printed)
What are the rights of the PIC?
Circumvention -> they have the right to be the final decision maker
What are the responsibilities of a PIC?
Permit application Authority and accountability Policy and procedure manual Records Recall D/C and outdated meds Must be present in pharmacy =/> 20 hours per week
When must the board be notified if a new PIC is named?
Within 30 days of the old one leaving and name new pic within 10 days of old leaving
If an old pic who voluntarily leaves role, when must they notify the board?
within 10 days prior to leaving role unless replaced sooner
What do you need to be a PIC?
An affidavit of responsibility
2 years of experience being a pharmacist
What are the requirements for a pharmacy being open?
Open for at least 10 hours per week
Hours must be posted in a visible place
Pharmacists must always be there if pharmacy open
When is a rest break required?
> /= 6 hours
Can a pharmacy be open without a pharmacist
Yes, if the pharmacist remains on site, is available for emergencies, and believes the pharmacy is safe
CPT or intern must be present
How long are the breaks for a pharmacist?
No more then two 30 minute breaks per 12 hours
What happens if a pharmacist must leave?
The pharmacy must close, a sign must be posted
What can you NOT advertise?
No controlled substances
Untrue claims
Prescription pads with advertising info
How long should records be kept for if medicare is involved (feds)
10 years
Is there a required prior authorization form?
Yes, in louisiana all insurances must use the LA approved PA form.
What do you need to open up a pharmacy?
CDS, Pharmacy and Applications signed by a PIC within 30 days prior to opening
What should be public notice when closing a pharmacy?
Let the public know in > 10 days prior
Closure date
When and where scripts are transferred
Statement that transfers can go anywhere
What should be board notice when closing a pharmacy?
Let the board know prior >10 days
Closure date
Name of transferring pharmacy
Where are the drugs going?
Do CIII-CV need forms when you close?
No, only CIIs
When do you need a new license based on change of ownership?
Sale of pharmacy, death of sole proprietor, addition or deletion of partners, bankruptcy, 50% ownership change
If you are moving nearby what should you do?
Notify board, submit to an inspection
If you are moving further what should you do?
Forfeit old license, get a new one. Submit to an inspection
An employed or contracted pharmacist may access a system off site as long as:
Pharmacy has established controls to confidential records.
Pharmacists does not receive written rxs
No part of the pharmacy’s dispensing system info is duplicated
How often should hospital pharmacies maintain their inventories of CI and CIIs?
perpetially
Labels on a prescription drug order must include:
Name and location of patient, drug name and strength, dose
When should drug cabinets be used?
When a pharmacist is not available
When do pharmacists dispense to out patients?
Discharge from hospital
Research related patient
Employee of hospital
What is an automated medication system?
Remote dispensing system- bidirectional audio visual tech
What pharmacies do not have to register the AMS?
Facility that already has a CDSL
Hospital or institutional facility licensed by the state department of health
Within detention or correctional facility
A remote dispensing system can be placed in a healthcare setting that the PIC is okay with
If a pharmacy is in the same building