Dispensing Multiple Simultaneous Refills (non-controlled substances)

Question 1

You can dispense mutiple simultaneous refills if the drug meets this criteria:

Answer 1

1. not a controlled substance
2. The prescription must be for one of the following: i) a maintenance drug taken on a regular, recurring basis to treat a chronic condition; ii) a drug to be taken on a regular, recurring basis to prevent disease; or iii) a contraceptive

**this is saying you can use extra refills if you have them available

Question 2

For extra refills, what is the total quantity of drug to be dispensed in this fashion must not exceed?

Answer 2

90-day supply (can’t give more than 90 day supply_

Question 3

If it is a maintenance drug, the patient had to have used an initial apply of what?

Answer 3

30 day supply (need ot be on drug for at least 30 days)

Question 4

Can a physican prohibit the dispensing of multiple simultaneous refills?

Answer 4

yes

Question 5

The pharmacist is required to consult the patient prior to dispensing simultaneous refills. Can the consulation be done by an intern or technican?

Answer 5

This consultation cannot be done by an intern or technician

Question 6

Does the law require insurance companies to pay for these simultaneous dispensing?

Answer 6

No

Question 7

Can refills left over from one prescription be combined with refills from another prescription?

Answer 7

no