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Committee favors bill requiring opioid prescribers to discuss risks and alternatives with patients
Summary
The committee voted to forward Bill No. 36-0021, which would require practitioners to document that they discussed why an opioid is prescribed, available alternatives and risks of dependence with patients. The measure includes exemptions for hospice, cancer care and patients already in substance-use treatment.
The Committee on Rules and Judiciary on May 8 voted to favorably report Bill No. 36-0021, which would amend Title 19 of the Virgin Islands Code to require practitioners to discuss specific information with patients when prescribing opioid medications.
Senator Angel L. Bocas Jr., speaking for the bill sponsor, said the measure seeks to ensure…
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