RD375 - Annual Report on the Pharmacy Liaison Committee's Activities


Executive Summary:
Item 302 (I) of the 2006 Appropriation Act directs the Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS) to implement continued enhancements to the prospective drug utilization review (proDUR) program. DMAS is directed to continue the proDUR Committee and the Pharmacy Liaison Committee in order to promote the implementation of cost effective initiatives within the Medicaid pharmacy program. The Appropriation Act further requires DMAS to report on the activities of these Committees to the Board of Medical Assistance Services, the Department of Planning and Budget, and the Chairmen of the House Appropriations and Senate Finance Committees by December 15 each year.