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KPhA Advocacy Update: Ensuring Compliance with SB 188
- By: admin
- On: 01/23/2025 10:50:05
- In: Legislative Update
I am writing to update you on KPhA’s ongoing advocacy efforts regarding Senate Bill 188, which went into effect on January 1, 2025. This landmark legislation strengthens protections against unfair pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) practices, including patient steering, and ensures greater transparency in their operations.
Today, KPhA recently sent a letter to Commissioner Sharon Clark of the Kentucky Department of Insurance, urging the Department to issue clear guidance to PBMs on complying with SB 188. In the letter, we addressed critical concerns, including:
- The application of SB 188 to PBMs managing ERISA-governed plans.
- Its reach over out-of-state plans operating in Kentucky.
- The interpretation of frequent provider manual updates as contract amendments under SB 188.
You can read the full letter here.
Your support is essential in amplifying this effort. We encourage you to share your experiences with PBM practices and how they impact your patients and businesses. This feedback helps us strengthen our advocacy and demonstrate the importance of these protections to policymakers.
Thank you for your continued commitment to advancing pharmacy practice in Kentucky. Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns.
Best regards,
Ben Mudd, PharmD
Executive Director
Board of Pharmacy Issues Regulation with New Reporting Requirements for Ambulatory Pharmacies
- By: admin
- On: 01/13/2025 13:41:36
- In: KPhA Updates
The Kentucky Board of Pharmacy has introduced a new regulation (201 KAR 2:416) requiring annual reporting of cost-of-dispensing data for all ambulatory pharmacies, effective March 1, 2026. This regulation includes the submission of detailed operational costs, such as labor, materials, facilities, and other expenses related to prescription dispensing.
Pharmacies may also opt to report prescription-specific claims data, including payment details and retroactive fees, through an optional submission process. All required data will be submitted electronically using the Board's designated forms, which will be available in December 2025.
Key dates and actions:
- Effective Date: March 1, 2026
- Public Hearing: February 26, 2025, via Zoom
- Comment Deadline: February 28, 2025
Your attention to this regulation is crucial to ensure compliance. We encourage members to review the details and provide feedback during the public hearing or comment period.
For further information, including submission requirements and the hearing process, please contact Christopher Harlow at the Kentucky Board of Pharmacy via email at Christopher.harlow@ky.gov or by phone at (502) 564-7910.
KPERF Chair Clark Kebodeaux Honored as APhA-APPM Fellow
- By: admin
- On: 01/13/2025 09:09:07
- In: KPhA Updates
"Dr. Kebodeaux's leadership on the Kentucky Pharmacy Education and Research Foundation exemplifies the essence of the APhA Fellow Award," said Ben Mudd, Executive Director. "Under his direction as Board Chair, the Foundation has experienced tremendous growth, including the addition of innovative programs such as the KPhA Fellowship and the KPERF incentive grant program, which promote enhanced clinical services in pharmacies across the Commonwealth."
His recognition includes the Michael J. Lach Award for Innovative Teaching at UKCOP, the Faculty Excellence Award at STLCOP, and the UK Alumni Association’s Great Teacher Award. Internationally, he has contributed to MyDispense simulation development, working to advance pharmacy education globally.
Dr. Kebodeaux is one of ten to earn this distinction this year. Each recipient will be officially recognized during the APhA Annual Meeting & Exposition in Nashville, March 21-24, 2025.