Pharmacists are considered health care providers for purposes of the Medical Records Act, the Superior Court has ruled, overturning an Allegheny County Common Pleas Court judge who likened pharmacists more to yoga instructors than medical providers who have concrete doctor-patient relationships.
“We specifically note that, as part of their health care duties, pharmacists are authorized to administer injectable medications, biologicals and immunizations,” Judge Jacqueline O. Shogan said for the Superior Court panel. “Thus, the practice of pharmacy is not limited to filling prescriptions. As summarized above, it includes, inter alia, the provision of many other health care services to patients.”
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