45:14-66 - Drug utilization review, requirements - New Jersey Statutes

45:14-66  Drug utilization review, requirements.

27. a. A pharmacist shall conduct a drug utilization review before each new medication is dispensed or delivered to a patient.

b.A pharmacist shall conduct a prospective drug utilization review in accordance with the provisions of this section before refilling a prescription or medication order to the extent he deems appropriate in his professional judgment.

c.A pharmacist shall exercise independent professional judgment as to whether or not to dispense or refill a prescription or medication order.  In determining to dispense or refill a prescription or medication order, the decision of the pharmacist shall not be arbitrary but shall be based on professional experience, knowledge or available reference materials.

L.2003,c.280,s.27.