Fentanyl Patch for Patch Exchange Program

Year: 2022

Resolution Number: 25

Action Taken: Disapproved

Status:

Author(s): Cara Poland, MD, and Gerald Lee, MD

Sponsor: David Whalen, MD, MPA

On behalf of: Kent County Delegation

Committee: B (Legislation)

Resolved Section(s):
RESOLVED: That MSMS propose a fentanyl “patch for patch” exchange program in the state of Michigan that includes the following provisions:1. Require a new fentanyl prescription to be labeled as a first prescription (this will result in a one-time return of 9/10 patches);2. Require old patches to be stuck to a sheet of paper and returned to the pharmacy when getting a new prescription;3. Require the pharmacy receiving a prescription for fentanyl patches to contact the prescriber if the pharmacy does not collect all used patches or collects fewer than the quantity to be dispensed;4. Require the pharmacist and prescriber to jointly make an assessment, consider the circumstances, and determine the best course of action and the quantity to be dispensed; and,5. Require pharmacies to properly store and then dispose of used patches; and be it furtherRESOLVED: That MSMS seek legislation to implement a fentanyl “patch for patch” exchange program in Michigan.

Fiscal Note:

Resolution: View PDF for Fentanyl Patch for Patch Exchange Program

For More Information, Contact:

Rebecca Blake , Senior Director
Health Care Delivery and Education
517-336-5732
rblake@msms.org