Sec. 8. (a) Participation in the program by a pharmaceutical manufacturer is voluntary.

     (b) The state may not:

Terms Used In Indiana Code 16-47-1-8

  • program: refers to the aggregate prescription drug purchasing program established under this chapter. See Indiana Code 16-47-1-3
(1) require prior authorization for a prescription drug in the state Medicaid program under IC 12-15; or

(2) otherwise penalize a pharmaceutical manufacturer;

because the pharmaceutical manufacturer is not participating in the program.

As added by P.L.50-2004, SEC.5.