(a)  Eligibility criteria for the reception of donated drugs shall prioritize individuals who are most in need, do not have insurance, are underinsured, or are reliant on public health programs. Redistributors should ensure adequate allocation of donated medications for those in prioritized populations. Once the need for these drugs amongst these prioritized people is fulfilled, the redistributor can dispense medication to other populations reporting financial burden. Redistributed drugs shall not be sold for an amount in excess of the price authorized pursuant to § 23-25.6-5(c).

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Terms Used In Rhode Island General Laws 23-25.6-3

  • Most in need: means priority provided to a person in need of a drug based on the person's ability to pay. See Rhode Island General Laws 23-25.6-2
  • Redistributor: means any person or institution partaking in the redistribution of non-controlled substance prescription drugs pursuant to the provisions of this chapter. See Rhode Island General Laws 23-25.6-2
  • Underinsured: means any person who does not have adequate insurance coverage and access to basic health care, or any person who spends more than ten percent (10%) of their household income on out-of-pocket healthcare costs or more than five percent (5%) of their income on their healthcare deductible. See Rhode Island General Laws 23-25.6-2

(b)  Donated drugs may be transferred from in-state redistributors to other in-state redistributors or out-of-state redistributors, assuming this transaction is legal in the state of origin and the state of transfer. The donation and redistribution of drugs is not categorized as wholesale distribution and does not warrant licensing as a wholesaler.

History of Section.
P.L. 2022, ch. 402, § 1, effective June 30, 2022; P.L. 2022, ch. 403, § 1, effective June 30, 2022.