FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
November 18, 2002
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Genene Morris (973)504-6327
Date of Proposal: October 7, 2002
Proposal Number: PRN 2002-355
Proposal Summary:
The New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners proposes to amend
N.J.A.C. 13:35-7.6 concerning limitations on prescribing, administering
or dispensing controlled substances. The proposal would allow
practitioners to prescribe a 90-day supply for medications delivered
through an implantable infusion pump which is used to provide pain
management for patients suffering from cancer, intractable pain or
terminal illness. A practitioner who authorizes a 90-day supply must
evaluate and document the patient's continued need for the prescription
at least every 30 days.
Text of Proposal:
The full text of the proposed regulation is posted on the Division of
Consumer Affairs' Web site at:
www.state.nj.us/lps/ca/proposal/bmepro107.htm.
Public Comment:
Public comment on this proposal will be accepted until December 6, 2002.
Please direct all comments to:
William Roeder, Executive Director
New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners
PO Box 183
Trenton, N.J. 08625-0183
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