LD 494
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3.__Access.__Access to prescription drugs under the program is
subject to the requirements of this subsection.

 
A.__The member must show evidence of use of a pharmacist
licensed in the State to coordinate all prescriptions and
prevent harmful drug interactions.

 
B.__The program may provide access to prescription drugs
that a member has taken according to prescription for at
least 15 days.

 
C.__The program may provide access to prescription drugs
from pharmacies located outside the country, provided that
the department has specifically approved the use of any
pharmacies located outside the country.

 
D.__The program may provide access to prescription drugs
that are brand-name drugs in their original sealed
packaging.

 
E.__The program may not provide access to antibiotics for
acute illnesses or prescription drugs for alleviation of
pain that are habit-forming.

 
4.__Testing.__The program must include a procedure for random
testing of drugs to ensure purity and safety for the member.

 
5.__Rulemaking.__The department shall adopt rules to implement
this section.__Rules adopted pursuant to this subsection are
routine technical rules as defined in Title 5, chapter 375,
subchapter 2-A.


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