Indiana Code 27-8-31.4-4. “Synchronize”
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Sec. 4. As used in this chapter, “synchronize” means to use a single pharmacy dispensing process as a means of coordinating the covered individual‘s medications at the same time when:
(A) is of a formulation that can be effectively split; and
(1) a particular medication:
Terms Used In Indiana Code 27-8-31.4-4
- covered individual: means an insured individual who is entitled to coverage under a policy of accident and sickness insurance. See Indiana Code 27-8-31.4-2
- policy of accident and sickness insurance: has the meaning set forth in IC 27-8-5-1. See Indiana Code 27-8-31.4-3
(B) does not have quantity limits or dose optimization criteria as specified in the policy of accident and sickness insurance‘s formulary and prior authorization requirements;
(2) the covered individual is on a stabilized treatment plan for a chronic condition and the synchronization is for those drugs treating a chronic condition; and
(3) the medication is not:
(A) an opioid, stimulant, sedative, or hypnotic medication; or
(B) another medication that is addictive and subject to abuse.
As added by P.L.202-2017, SEC.20.