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Maryland Code, Health-General § 13-5302

Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

(a) There is a Nonoccupational Postexposure Prophylaxis (nPEP) Standing Order Program.

(b) The Program shall:

(1) Authorize a pharmacist who is registered with the Program to dispense nPEP through a standing order in accordance with § 13-5303 of this subtitle; and

(2) Operate in accordance with the procedures approved by the Department with the advice and approval of the Board.

(c) The Department shall adopt regulations:

(1) Necessary for the administration of the Program; and

(2) That address the needs of specific populations including victims of sexual assault and pediatric patients.

(d) The Department may:

(1) Collect fees necessary for the administration of the Program, unless the patient qualifies for nPEP through the Program for Preventing HIV Infection for Rape Victims established under § 11-1008 of the Criminal Procedure Article;

(2) Administer the Program and establish a standardized set of guidelines for pharmacists participating in the Program to use in developing and conducting patient education and training on nPEP that includes:

(i) Avoiding exposure to HIV;

(ii) Responding to exposure to HIV with the appropriate use of nPEP;

(iii) Access to nPEP and the appropriate follow-up after the administration of nPEP; and

(iv) Engagement in additional care including:

1. Access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP); and

2. Harm reduction programs for patients with continuing risk of exposures; and

(3) Collect and report data on the operation and results of the Program.

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