S.0449

South Carolina S0449 allows pharmacists and physicians to enter into collaborative practice agreements for coordinated patient care.

South Carolina S0449 amends the South Carolina Code to authorize pharmacists and physicians to enter into collaborative practice agreements. These agreements, which must be in writing, outline a plan for evidence-based medication management and other patient care services. Both parties must have access to the same electronic medical records system or develop a HIPAA-compliant method to share written medical records. The State Board of Pharmacy and the State Board of Medical Examiners must promulgate regulations governing these agreements before they can be implemented.