Section 856IAC5-1-5. Authority to use automated medication system

   (a) A pharmacy or facility may use an automated medication system to fill prescriptions or medication orders provided that:

(1) the qualifying pharmacist of the pharmacy or a practitioner as defined by IC 16-42-19-5 is responsible for the operation of the automated medication system;

(2) the board:

(A) conducts an inspection of the pharmacy or facility including an inspection of the automated medication system; and

(B) approves the system; and

(3) the automated medication system is tested by the pharmacy or facility and found to dispense accurately. The pharmacy or facility shall make the results of such testing available to the board upon request.

  (b) The qualifying pharmacist or practitioner is responsible for the following:

(1) Reviewing and approving all policies and procedures for system operation.

(2) Ensuring that:

(A) medications in the automated medication system are inspected for expiration or use by date, misbranding, and physical integrity; and

(B) the automated medication system is inspected monthly for security and accountability.

(3) Managing all personnel with access to the automated medication system.

(4) Ensuring that the automated medication system is stocked accurately and an accountability record is maintained in accordance with the written policies and procedures of operation.

(5) Providing the board with copies of records associated with the operation of the automated medication system upon request by the board.

(6) Ensuring compliance with all applicable provisions of:

(A) IC 25-26;

(B) IC 16-42;

(C) IC 35-48;

(D) this title; and

(E) 858 IAC.

(Indiana Board of Pharmacy; 856 IAC 5-1-5; filed Nov 21, 2007, 12:04 p.m.: 20071219-IR-856070590FRA; readopted filed Nov 25, 2013, 9:24 a.m.: 20131225-IR-856130308RFA)