Shared Pharmacy Services
Shared pharmacy services regulations will go into effect in New York on May 22, 2026. New York Education Law §6809 will allow properly registered pharmacies to engage in shared pharmacy services if they have common ownership or a formal contract and use shared technology to exchange necessary information. Participating pharmacies must maintain detailed records and tracking systems for each prescription, identify all involved parties, comply with labeling and controlled substance rules, and protect patient privacy. They are required to notify regulators of certain disciplinary actions, inform patients that prescriptions may be processed off-site, and obtain documented consent (with opt-out options). Strict standards apply for drug storage, security, and access, and pharmacies must jointly establish policies outlining responsibilities, procedures, and compliance measures. Licensed personnel may access systems remotely under secure conditions, and failure to comply can result in denial of registration renewal.