Expands the existing law regarding collaborative practice agreements to allow non-physician healthcare providers to enter into such agreements.
Impact
If enacted, S0683 is expected to significantly impact how pharmaceutical services are delivered in the state. By formalizing the role of non-physician healthcare providers in collaborative agreements, the bill fosters a more integrated approach to patient care and medication management. This may lead to improved patient outcomes and more efficient use of healthcare resources. Proponents argue that the bill will enhance patient access to comprehensive health services, particularly in underserved areas where medical professionals are scarce.
Summary
Bill S0683, known as the 'Collaborative Pharmacy Practice Act', aims to expand existing laws regarding collaborative practice agreements by allowing non-physician healthcare providers, such as nurse practitioners and physician assistants, to join pharmacists in such agreements. This legislative move reflects an evolving landscape in healthcare that emphasizes team-based, patient-centered care. The Bill is intended to enhance access to pharmaceutical care while ensuring that care strategies take into account the expertise of various healthcare professionals.
Contention
The bill's relevance has spurred discussions on regulatory oversight and professional standards. While supporters tout the benefits of broader collaboration, skeptics raise concerns over potential dilution of care quality and the need for clear oversight. There are arguments surrounding the adequacy of training and the parameters of practice under these collaborative agreements, specifically whether non-physician providers are sufficiently equipped to take on expanded roles in patient care without oversight from a physician. These debates underscore the balance between expanding healthcare access and maintaining high standards of care.
Expands the rights of physician assistants with regard to their practice and prohibits non-compete clauses that exceed five years with regard to the purchase and sale of a practice.
Expands the rights of physician assistants with regard to their practice and prohibits non-compete clauses that exceed five years with regard to the purchase and sale of a practice.
Requires insurance coverage for all services provided by a pharmacist provided coverage of such services would have been covered if provided by a physician, advanced practice nurse, or physician assistant.
Requires insurance coverage for all services provided by a pharmacist provided coverage of such services would have been covered if provided by a physician, advanced practice nurse, or physician assistant.
Establishes the right of a medical practitioner, healthcare institution, or healthcare payer not to participate in or pay for any medical procedure or service this violates their conscience.
Creates a protective legal shield for healthcare providers, precluding any civil/criminal action by other states/persons against healthcare providers involving persons seeking access to transgender and reproductive healthcare services provided in RI.
Creates a protective legal shield for healthcare providers, precluding any civil/criminal action by other states/persons against healthcare providers involving persons seeking access to transgender and reproductive healthcare services provided in RI.
Regulates PBMs policies and practices relating to accurate costs and pricing reporting, restricts discriminatory practices and establishes consumer protections and enforcement of penalties for violations by the office of the attorney general.
Expands the existing law regarding collaborative practice agreements between pharmacists and physicians to allow other healthcare providers to enter into such agreements and removes the definition of “collaborative practice committee.”
Pharmacy practice agreements; definitions; health care services; requirements; collaborative agreement; patient's medical records; employer-employee relationship; prescribe contraceptives with the exception of intrauterine devices; rules; codification; effective date.
Pharmacy practice agreements; definitions; health care services; requirements; collaborative agreement; patient's medical records; employer-employee relationship; prescribe contraceptives with the exception of intrauterine devices; rules; codification; effective date.