Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas House Bill HB3878

Voted on by House
 
Out of Senate Committee
 
Voted on by Senate
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 

Caption

Relating to the authority of a physician to provide and dispense and to delegate authority to provide and dispense certain drugs.

Impact

One of the significant implications of HB 3878 is its adaptability to rural healthcare settings. By allowing physicians to dispense dangerous drugs directly from their offices, the bill seeks to enhance access to essential medications for patients who may otherwise have difficulties obtaining prescriptions from pharmacies. Additionally, by laying down specific guidelines for delegation, the bill aims to facilitate a more efficient healthcare delivery system, especially in areas where pharmacist access is limited.

Summary

House Bill 3878 focuses on expanding the authority of physicians to provide, dispense, and delegate the dispensing of certain medications, specifically dangerous drugs. The bill amends several sections within the Occupations Code, which governs medical practices in Texas. The primary intent is to streamline the process by which physicians can supply necessary medications to patients, particularly in settings such as physician offices, ensuring that immediate patient needs are met without the extensive regulatory hurdles that currently exist for drug dispensing.

Conclusion

Overall, while HB 3878 promises to enhance the ability of physicians in Texas to meet patient needs more effectively, it raises important questions regarding regulatory oversight and the safeguard mechanisms necessary to protect patient welfare. The bill's future will likely hinge on legislative discussions balancing these interests as it moves through the approval process.

Contention

However, the bill may face challenges and opposition due to concerns over patient safety and regulatory compliance. Critics argue that relaxing the requirements for drug dispensing could potentially lead to misuse or improper administration of dangerous drugs, emphasizing the need for stringent oversight and standards. Furthermore, there is a discussion about whether the increased autonomy for physicians might undermine the role of pharmacists and jeopardize collaborative healthcare practices that ensure comprehensive patient safety.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Occupations Code

  • Chapter 1. General Provisions
    • Section: New Section
  • Chapter 158. Authority Of Physician To Provide Certain Drugs And Supplies
    • Section: New Section
  • Chapter 563. Prescription Requirements; Delegation Of Administration And Provision Of Dangerous Drugs
    • Section: New Section

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HB1240

Relating to the authority of a physician to provide and dispense and to delegate authority to provide and dispense certain drugs.

TX HB2078

Relating to the authority of a physician to provide and dispense and to delegate authority to provide and dispense certain drugs.

TX SB160

Relating to the furnishing by pharmacists and dispensing by physicians of certain medications.

TX HB595

Relating to the dispensing of certain drugs by physicians.

TX HB3567

Relating to requirements for the renewal of a physician's registration permit and the delegation by a physician of certain medical acts.

TX HB1050

Relating to the authority of pharmacists to dispense self-administered hormonal contraceptives.

TX HB343

Relating to the prescriptive authority of certain psychologists; authorizing a fee.

TX HB2079

Relating to the authority of pharmacists to order and furnish certain prescription drugs.

TX HB1200

Relating to authorizing the possession, use, cultivation, distribution, transportation, and delivery of medical cannabis for medical use by qualifying patients with certain debilitating medical conditions and the licensing of dispensing organizations and cannabis testing facilities; authorizing fees.

TX SB1700

Relating to the licensing and authority of advanced practice registered nurses.

Similar Bills

MI HB4472

Health occupations: health professionals; practice agreements for physician’s assistants; modify to include physician- or podiatrist-led patient care teams under certain circumstances and expand to include advanced practice registered nurses. Amends secs. 16221, 17001, 17047, 17049, 17201, 17211a, 17214, 17501, 17547, 17549, 18001, 18047, 18049, 20174 & 20201 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.16221 et seq.) & adds secs. 17217 & 17217a.

IN SB0007

Physician noncompete agreements.

TX HB1622

Relating to the authority of a physician to provide and dispense and to delegate authority to provide and dispense certain drugs.

UT HB0400

Associate Physician License Amendments

NJ A2652

"Medical Philanthropy Act"; provides physicians who provide uncompensated care with $250,000 cap on noneconomic damages in actions alleging medical malpractice.

NJ A2075

"Medical Philanthropy Act"; provides physicians who provide uncompensated care with $250,000 cap on noneconomic damages in actions alleging medical malpractice.

TX HB1240

Relating to the authority of a physician to provide and dispense and to delegate authority to provide and dispense certain drugs.

TX HB1778

Relating to the authority of a physician to provide and dispense and to delegate authority to provide and dispense certain drugs.