Application Process Transparency - AMS Registration
A pharmacy intending to supply medications for use within an automated medication system, as defined at R.S. 37:1164, shall obtain an automated medication system (AMS) registration prior to engaging in such activity. The placement of medications within an automated medication system in the absence of an AMS registration shall substantiate a violation of R.S. 37:1241(A)(12) and shall subject the pharmacy to disciplinary action by the board.
A pharmacy intending to supply controlled substances for use within an automated medication system shall obtain a controlled dangerous substance (CDS) license in addition to the AMS registration. The pharmacy shall also obtain a federal registration from the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) prior to placing controlled substances within the automated medication system. The placement of controlled substances within an automated medication system in the absence of an AMS registration, CDS license, and DEA registration shall substantiate a violation of R.S. 37:1241(A)(12) and R.S. 40:973 and shall subject the pharmacy to disciplinary action by the board. Please see the Application Process Transparency - CDS-AMS page for further information.
The operation of a remote dispensing system without an AMS registration shall substantiate a violation of R.S. 37:1241(A)(12) and shall subject the pharmacy to disciplinary action by the board.
Application: Application for New Louisiana Automated Medication System (AMS) Registration. This application is available online through the Online Services Portal and in paper format at this time.
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Fee: $150.00 to be paid with the submission of the online application.
Required Attachments (Checklist): La. Dept. of Health License for the hosting facility.
Board Review: Board staff will verify that one of the following eligibility requirements have been met:
- Automated Medication System. A pharmacy intending to supply medications for use within an automated medication system may do so when the AMS is placed at any of the following locations:
- Within a facility in possession of a controlled dangerous substance license issued by the board.
- Within a hospital or other institutional facility in possession of an operating license issued by the state department of health.
- Within a detention or correctional facility operated by or under contract with the state department of public safety and corrections or other local governmental entity.
- Remote Dispensing System. A pharmacy may operate a remote dispensing system when the system is placed within a healthcare setting where the pharmacist-in-charge can ensure the security and environmental integrity of the medications and devices placed within the system as well as the security and confidentiality of the protected health information used therein.
Criminal history may be used as a basis for denial. All factors outlined in LA:R.S. 37:2950 shall be considered.
Issuance: In the event that there are no matters preventing the immediate issuance, the board will issue the credential within fourteen business days.
You may select Apply to start the application process.
Inquiries regarding Automated Medication System Registrations may be submitted to:
- Carley Leach, Licensing Analyst - cleach@pharmacy.la.gov