Maryland SB568 establishes requirements for licensed psychologists to obtain and use prescriptive authority for controlled substances.

Maryland SB568 creates a framework for licensed psychologists to obtain and use prescriptive authority for controlled substances. The bill mandates that psychologists must be certified by the Maryland Board of Psychologists to use prescriptive authority. Certification requires completion of a postdoctoral prescribing psychology fellowship, passing an examination, and other qualifications. The Board must notify the State Board of Physicians and the State Board of Pharmacy of any changes to a psychologist's certification status.

Maryland SB568 establishes requirements for licensed psychologists to obtain and use prescriptive authority for controlled substances.

Maryland SB568 creates a framework for licensed psychologists to obtain and use prescriptive authority for controlled substances. The bill mandates that psychologists must be certified by the Maryland Board of Psychologists to use prescriptive authority. Certification requires completion of a postdoctoral prescribing psychology fellowship, passing an examination, and other qualifications. The Board must notify the State Board of Physicians and the State Board of Pharmacy of any changes to a psychologist's certification status.