HB972

Prohibit certain health plan issuer pharmacy restrictions

Introduced·7/1/26
Introduced Text

Ohio HB972 prohibits health plan issuers from restricting pharmacies from offering transparency and support services for prescription drugs.

Ohio HB972 aims to enhance transparency and prescription drug access by prohibiting health plan issuers, including pharmacy benefit managers, from restricting pharmacies from offering various support services. These include simplified payment processes, adherence support, information on out-of-pocket costs, and alternative medication options. The bill also allows for the sharing of patient claims data with authorized parties to facilitate these services.

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History

Jul 1

House

Introduced