218A.185 Automated pharmacy system in residential hospice facilities.
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(1)As used in this section:
(a)"Automated pharmacy system" means a mechanical system that delivers
prescribed over-the-counter and legend drugs, and controlled substances
received from a pharmacy licensed in Kentucky that maintains transaction
information; and
(b)"Residential hospice facility" means a facility licensed under KRS Chapter
216B that provides residential skilled nursing care, pain management, and
treatment for acute and chronic conditions for terminally ill patients.
(2)Nothing in this chapter shall preclude a residential hospice facility from obtaining
pharmacy services from a pharmacy through the use of an automated pharmacy
system in accordance with KRS 315.295 and related administrative regulations
promulgated by the Kentucky Board of Pharmacy. A residential hospice facility and
the pharmacy providing pharmacy services shall comply with the reporting
requirements of this chapter.