New York S05260 mandates patient counseling before issuing a schedule II opioid prescription.

New York S05260 amends the public health law to require practitioners to consult with patients about the quantity of a schedule II opioid and the option to fill a lesser quantity. Practitioners must also inform patients of the risks associated with opiate addiction and document the reason for the prescription in the patient's medical record. The act will take effect 90 days after becoming law.

New York S05260 mandates patient counseling before issuing a schedule II opioid prescription.

New York S05260 amends the public health law to require practitioners to consult with patients about the quantity of a schedule II opioid and the option to fill a lesser quantity. Practitioners must also inform patients of the risks associated with opiate addiction and document the reason for the prescription in the patient's medical record. The act will take effect 90 days after becoming law.