Sec. 10.47.08.06. Naloxone Prescribing and Dispensing

A. A healthcare provider with prescribing authority may prescribe and dispense naloxone to an individual of any age who:

(1) Is believed by the health care provider to be at risk of experiencing an opioid overdose; or

(2) Is in a position to assist an individual at risk of experiencing an opioid overdose.

B. A health care provider with prescribing authority may prescribe and dispense naloxone by issuing a standing order if the health care provider:

(1) Is employed by the department or a local health department; or

(2) Has a written agreement with an authorized private or public entity under Health-General Article, §13-3104, Annotated Code of Maryland.

C. A health care provider with prescribing authority who issues a standing order may delegate the dispensing of naloxone to an employee or a volunteer of an authorized private or public entity in accordance with a written agreement under Health-General Article, §13-3104, Annotated Code of Maryland.

D. A health care provider who has dispensing authority also may dispense naloxone to any individual of any age in accordance with a standing order issued by a health care provider in accordance with Health-General Article, §13-3106, Annotated Code of Maryland.