Illinois HB5148 modifies the Prescription Monitoring Program to exempt licensed veterinarians and requires prescribers to document patient access to.
Illinois HB5148 amends the Illinois Controlled Substances Act by exempting licensed veterinarians from the Prescription Monitoring Program and requiring prescribers to document attempts to access patient information in the program when prescribing Schedule II and IV controlled substances. Exceptions include prescriptions for oncology treatment, palliative care, or short-term emergency supplies. The bill also mandates that prescribers document attempts to access patient information in the Prescription Monitoring Program to assess patient access to controlled substances.
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