Sec. 724. Program on medication management in the Department of Defense
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Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall commence carrying out a program of comprehensive, uniform medication management in military medical treatment facilities. The program required by subsection
(a)shall include the following: An identification of the risks associated with administration and management of medications (including prescription opioid medications), including accidental and intentional overdoses, under-medication and over-medication, and adverse interactions among multiple medications. Evidence-based best practices for medication management in military medical treatment facilities, including integration of comprehensive medication management best practices in patient-centered medical homes. Evidence-based best practices to mitigate medication management risks and to ensure patient compliance with medication regimens. Evidence-based best practices for medication reconciliation to reduce medication errors. Various mechanisms for safe and effective collection and disposal of unwanted and unnecessary prescription medications. Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives a report setting forth a description of the program commenced under subsection (a).