LAC 48:I.13605. Pre-Requisites

A. Prior to dispensing and/or administering HIV prevention medication per this protocol, the pharmacist must: 1. hold a current pharmacy license that is in good standing to practice in the state of Louisiana; 2. be a current practicing pharmacist; 3. have earned a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree or have at least five years of experience as a licensed registered pharmacist (RPh); 4. maintain professional liability insurance of at least $1,000,000 or participate in the Louisiana Patient’s Compensation Fund, which allows a provider to have financial responsibility for the first $100,000 of exposure per claim whether through insurance or security deposit and enroll in the Fund for the excess coverage and be under an umbrella of the cap on damages; 5. review this statewide protocol and related standing order; 6. complete a training program as described in this protocol; 7. ensure that all pharmacy staff comply with patient privacy and confidentiality throughout appointment-setting, counseling, record-keeping, and dispensing and/or administration of PrEP/PEP therapies; and 8. obtain written patient consent for pharmacist-initiated HIV PrEP/PEP-related testing, counseling, administration, and referrals.