(a) The commission shall establish a system under which members of the public can call a toll-free telephone number to obtain information about available patient assistance programs. The commission shall ensure that the system is staffed at least during normal business hours with persons who can:
(1) determine whether a patient assistance program is offered for a particular drug;
(2) determine whether a person may be eligible to participate in a program; and
(3) assist persons who wish to apply for a program.
(b) The commission shall publicize the telephone number to pharmacies and prescribers of drugs.


Text of section effective until April 01, 2025

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Terms Used In Texas Government Code 531.353

  • Person: includes corporation, organization, government or governmental subdivision or agency, business trust, estate, trust, partnership, association, and any other legal entity. See Texas Government Code 311.005