HB5046

HB5046 mandates electronic prescriptions for controlled substances in Illinois, with exceptions.

HB5046 requires prescriptions for controlled substances in Illinois to be sent electronically, with exceptions. Pharmacies must notify patients if they cannot fill an electronic prescription due to stock issues. Prescribers can opt out of electronic prescriptions if they issue fewer than 50 such prescriptions annually or face economic hardship. Pharmacies must follow Illinois law when filling prescriptions from other states. The bill takes effect immediately.