What Pharmacist Services Are Covered Under AB1114?
AB1114, implemented in California in 2017, empowers pharmacists to deliver a range of clinical services through Medi-Cal. This legislation recognizes pharmacists’ expertise in patient care and expands their role in healthcare delivery.
Here are the key services covered:Services Covered Under AB11141.
1. Medication Therapy Management (MTM)
- What It Is: Comprehensive reviews of patients’ medication regimens to optimize effectiveness, ensure safety, and improve adherence.
- Example Use Case: Assisting a patient with multiple chronic conditions in managing a complex medication schedule.
2. Tobacco Cessation Counseling
- What It Is: Helping patients quit smoking through behavioral counseling, support, and pharmacological aids like nicotine patches or medications.
- Example Use Case: A pharmacist provides a series of one-on-one counseling sessions and follow-ups to monitor progress.
3. Immunizations
- What It Is: Administering vaccines beyond standard flu shots, including COVID-19, MMR, and travel-related vaccines.
- Example Use Case: A patient receives a COVID-19 booster shot at their local pharmacy.
4. Chronic Disease Management
- What It Is: Monitoring and educating patients with conditions like diabetes, hypertension, or asthma to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Example Use Case: A pharmacist checks a patient’s blood glucose levels and adjusts diabetes medication in consultation with their physician.
5. Naloxone Education and Distribution
- What It Is: Educating patients on the use of naloxone, a life-saving medication for opioid overdoses, and making it readily available.
- Example Use Case: A pharmacist educates the family of an at-risk patient on how to administer naloxone in emergencies.
Source Links
- California Legislative Information – AB1114 Bill Text
- American Pharmacists Association – MTM Services
What’s Next?
Learn about the reimbursement rates for these services and how to optimize your billing process.
Read:
Reimbursement Rates for Pharmacist Services Under AB1114.