KRS 218A.185: Automated pharmacy system in residential hospice facilities.

(1) As used in this section:

(a) "Automated pharmacy system" means a mechanical system that delivers

prescribed over -the-counter and legend drugs, and controlled substances

received from a pharmacy licensed in Kentucky that maintains transaction

information; and

(b) "Residential hospice facility" means a facility licensed under KRS Chapter

216B that provides residential skilled nursing care, pain management, and

treatment for acute and chronic conditions for terminally ill patients.

(2) Nothing in this chapter shall preclude a residential hospice facility from obtaining

pharmacy services from a pharmacy through the use of an automated pharmacy

system in accordance with KRS 315.295 and related administrative regulations

promulgated by the Kentucky Board of Pharmacy. A residential hospice facility and

the pharmacy providing pharmacy services shall comply with the reporting

requirements of this chapter.