Section 12 AAC 52.595 - Automated distribution kiosks(a) A licensed pharmacy in this state may install and use an automated distribution kiosk that is accessible to the patient or the patient's agent while the pharmacy is open or closed for the purpose of purchasing the patient's completed prescription drug orders if (1) the kiosk is securely installed on the same premises as the pharmacy and is properly secured to prevent removal without the use of heavy or specialized equipment; (2) before loading the completed prescription drug order into the kiosk, the pharmacist counsels the patient in accordance with 12 AAC 52.585; and (3) no drugs defined by state or federal law as controlled substances are placed in the kiosk, and the kiosk has a conspicuously posted sign that states "This machine does not contain controlled substances."; the sign must use a minimum of size 72 font and red color. (b) The pharmacist on duty is responsible for loading and maintaining the automated distribution kiosk. The pharmacist on duty may delegate those tasks to a pharmacy intern or pharmacy technician. (c) This section does not apply to a prescription drug dispensing or distribution machine used in an institutional facility.Eff. 7/15/2023, Register 247, October 2023Authority:AS 08.80.005
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