Navigating Pharmacy Law and Regulations | Lucas Morgan, Atty, Frier Levitt

The Business of Pharmacy Podcast™

Lucas Morgan, a partner at Frier Levitt, joins host Mike Koelzer for an in-depth discussion on pharmacy law, working with boards of pharmacy, common issues that pharmacists face, and tips for avoiding trouble.

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[00:00:15] Introducing Lucas Morgan

[00:01:05] Interacting with pharmacy board inspectors

[00:02:56] Mistakes made when dealing directly with boards

[00:04:00] Unique pharmacy regulations by state

[00:05:51] Emotions involved with board disciplinary actions

[00:06:52] The role of intent and negligence

[00:08:06] Discretion given to pharmacy boards

[00:09:47] Challenging board conclusions

[00:11:16] Using boards to determine correct interpretations

[00:12:57] Level of formality in board procedures

[00:15:10] Obtaining advisory opinions from boards

[00:16:29] Requirements for pharmacy operating hours

[00:17:59] Limitations of new pharmacy licenses

[00:20:13] Temporary pharmacy closures

[00:21:05] Saddest disciplinary cases

[00:24:11] Power dynamics with licensing boards

[00:27:42] Differences between mitigating and exculpatory factors

[00:29:34] Violations vs. intent and penalties

[00:32:24] Objectivity challenges with boards

[00:36:54] Transparency in board rulemaking processes

[00:40:10] One action listeners could take regarding boards

[00:42:03] Staying informed on pharmacy laws and regulations

[00:43:04] Challenges researching pharmacy laws

[00:44:17] Value of legal expertise

The Business of Pharmacy Podcast™ offers in-depth, candid conversations with pharmacy business leaders. Hosted by pharmacist Mike Koelzer, each episode covers new topics relevant to pharmacists and pharmacy owners. Listen to a new episode every Monday morning.