Sec. 1.5. (a) As used in this chapter, "automated dispensing system" means a mechanical or electronic system that performs operations or activities, other than compounding or administration, relating to pharmacy services, including the storage, dispensing, or distribution of drugs and the collection, control, and maintenance of all transaction information, to provide security and accountability for the drugs.
(b) The term does not include an automated dispensing system that is located in a hospital licensed under IC 16-21-2, an ambulatory outpatient surgical center licensed under IC 16-21-2, a health facility licensed under IC 16-28, or a pharmacy licensed under IC 25-26-13.
As added by P.L.246-2019, SEC.11.
Structure Indiana Code
Title 25. Professions and Occupations
Article 26. Pharmacists, Pharmacies, Drug Stores
Chapter 13.5. Remote Dispensing Facilities
25-26-13.5-1.5. "Automated Dispensing System"
25-26-13.5-3. "Remote Dispensing Facility"
25-26-13.5-6. Registration of Remote Dispensing Facility; Requirements; Operating Under a Contract
25-26-13.5-7. Policies and Procedures of a Supervising Pharmacy Engaging in Telepharmacy
25-26-13.5-8.5. Pharmacy Responsibilities
25-26-13.5-9. Staffing Requirements; Rules on Continuing Education Requirement
25-26-13.5-10. Electronic Record Keeping System
25-26-13.5-12. Maintenance of Controlled Substance Dispensing Records
25-26-13.5-13. Effect of Supervising Pharmacy Being Closed
25-26-13.5-14. Security; Review; Storage Area
25-26-13.5-15. Dispensing Controlled Substances; Automated Dispensing Machines; Deliveries; Storage
25-26-13.5-16. Pharmacy Technicians; Prescription Records; Verification System