Rhode Island S2851 authorizes pharmacists to order, perform, and interpret CLIA-waived tests and prescribe medications, with coverage mandated by all.

Rhode Island S2851, known as the Pharmacists Test-and-Treat Authority Act, authorizes licensed pharmacists to independently test for and initiate treatment of certain conditions. This includes ordering, performing, and interpreting CLIA-waived tests and prescribing medications. The bill mandates that all health insurance carriers provide coverage for these pharmacist-provided services. The act aims to improve access to care, reduce unnecessary emergency department and urgent care utilization, and support health system capacity.

Rhode Island S2851 authorizes pharmacists to order, perform, and interpret CLIA-waived tests and prescribe medications, with coverage mandated by all.

Rhode Island S2851, known as the Pharmacists Test-and-Treat Authority Act, authorizes licensed pharmacists to independently test for and initiate treatment of certain conditions. This includes ordering, performing, and interpreting CLIA-waived tests and prescribing medications. The bill mandates that all health insurance carriers provide coverage for these pharmacist-provided services. The act aims to improve access to care, reduce unnecessary emergency department and urgent care utilization, and support health system capacity.