Section 12.52.730. Drug distribution and control.

	(a)  The pharmacist-in-charge of an institutional pharmacy is responsible for the storage, preparation, distribution, and control of the institutional facility's drug supply and for ensuring that these activities are carried out in conformance with established policies, procedures, and accepted standards.  
	(b)  The pharmacist-in-charge of an institutional pharmacy shall establish written procedures for the distribution and control of drugs and for the provision of pharmacy services. The procedures must be consistent with 12 AAC 52.710 and 12 AAC 52.720. The pharmacist-in-charge shall make an annual updated copy of the policies and procedures available for inspection by the board.  
	(c)  Persons employed at an institutional pharmacy who are licensed under AS 08.80  and this chapter shall provide drug information to the staff and practitioners of the institutional facility.  
	(d)  Persons employed at an institutional pharmacy who are licensed under AS 08.80  and this chapter may assist in the planning of and participate in the institutional facility's education and staff development programs relating to drugs.  

Authorities

08.80.005;08.80.030;08.80.157;08.80.390

Notes

Authority

AS 08.80.005 AS 08.80.030 AS 08.80.157 AS 08.80.390 ________________________

History

Eff. 1/16/98, Register 145