On Mar. 20, ORE LEG enacted bill on coverage to test, treat Covid-19.
ORE LEG passed bill SB 1506 which allows a pharmacist to test and prescribe, dispense and administer treatment for and treat virus SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19).
A pharmacist may test for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) and prescribe, dispense and administer treatment, including drug therapy.
Insurer must provide payment and reimbursement for the testing for severe acute respiratory syndrome and prescribing, dispensing, administering of its treatment.
Legislative History
On Feb. 5, 2024, bill introduced in Senate; on Feb. 20, 2024, bill passed in Senate.
On Feb. 21, 2024, bill introduced in House; on Feb. 28, 2024, bill passed in House.
On Mar. 4, 2024, House speaker signed; on Mar. 20, 2024, governor signed bill.
Effectiveness
Act takes effect on 91st day after 2024 regular session adjournment, Jun. 6, 2024.
