Arkansas Code
Subchapter 1 - General Provisions
§ 17-92-113. Preservation of professional responsibilities of pharmacist — Prohibitions — Definitions

(a) As used in this section:
(1) “Exercise of professional responsibilities” includes without limitation a pharmacist's or pharmacy's:
(A) Discussing any aspect of a patient's medical condition, treatment alternatives, or plan options with the patient;
(B) In good faith communicating with or advocating on behalf of a patient concerning the patient's needs; or
(C) Asserting rights under:
(i) The contract with the pharmacy benefits manager; or
(ii) State or federal law; and


(2) “Pharmacy benefits manager” means a nongovernmental entity that administers or manages a pharmacy benefits plan or program.

(b) A pharmacy benefits manager shall not interfere with the exercise of professional responsibilities to a patient by a pharmacist or a pharmacy.

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