Florida Board of Pharmacy - Licensing, Renewal, Resources, Meetings and Information

The Board plays a leading role in the ever-changing health care environment through dialogue with the public, the legislature, academia, and the community. The Board consists of seven members appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Senate. Five members are licensed opticians and two members are laypersons. Despite the expiration of their term, Board members continue to serve until they have been replaced. The Department of Health's Division of Medical Quality Assurance serves as the principle administrative support unit for the Board. The Board is supported by a full-time professional staff based in Tallahassee, and its regulatory functions are funded in full by fees paid by its licensees. Board members are appointed by the Governor and subject to confirmation by the Senate. Unless filling a vacancy, members of the Board generally serve two four-year terms. Despite the expiration of a term, Board members can continue to serve until they have been either replaced or reappointed or serve the maximum of ten years as governed by s. 457.103, F.S. To learn more about becoming a member of the Board, visit the Governor’s Appointments Office website or email appointments@eog.myflorida.com. To learn more about the licensure process, select the type of license you wish to apply for from the list of professions on the Licensing Page. The Board has made every effort to include the information you need to apply or renew you license on this website. You can visit our Help Center, FAQs and Resources page for frequently asked questions, links, forms, applications and other helpful information. Licensees are required to renew their licenses biennially in order to maintain the right to practice. To learn more about the renewal process, select the type of license you wish to renew from the list of professions on the Renewals Page. Our Resources Page is a tool for accessing applications, forms, publications, statutes, rules and other important information. The Board meets bimonthly, generally on the first weekend of the month. The full Board meetings include disciplinary cases, licensure approvals, correspondence items, committee reports, policy discussion items and other necessary Board actions.

Nonopioid Alternatives Pamphlet

2020 legislation amended the requirements for non-opioid alternatives. Click here to access the pamphlet for “Information on Nonopioid Alternatives for the Treatment of Pain”

New Legislation Impacting Your Profession

Click here to view a full list of bill summaries from the 2020 Florida Legislative Session that may impact your profession.

Reporting of COVID-19 for Health Care Providers and Facilities

COVID-19 positive patients and COVID-19 laboratory results are subject to mandatory reporting to the Florida Department of Health under Section 381.0031, Florida Statutes.

Pharmacists May Order and Administer COVID-19 Tests

Emergency Order 20-006 allows a licensed pharmacist to order and administer FDA approved COVID-19 tests

Pearson Vue Test Center/NABP Update Related to COVID-19 (Coronavirus)

As concerns related to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) continue, NABP is working closely with Pearson VUE to ensure the safety of the testing candidates

Gov. DeSantis declares a State of Emergency in FL in response to COVID-19

Under a State of Emergency, a pharmacist, in his or her professional judgment, may be able to refill prescriptions early

New Coronavirus: COVID-19

The Florida Department of Health (Department) is working closely with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to closely monitor the current outbreak of 2019 novel coronavirus.

Electronic Prescribing Requirements

Click here for the new requirements requiring prescribers to generate and transmit all prescriptions electronically

Hepatitis A Public Health Emergency

Florida, like other parts of the United States, is experiencing a Public Health Emergency as a result of Hepatitis A Virus (HAV). Click here for more information.

Annual Report & Long-Range Plan Released for the 2018-2019 Fiscal Year

The Annual Report & Long-Range Plan for the 2018-2019 Fiscal Year is now available to view online.

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The Florida Board of Pharmacy was legislatively established to ensure that every pharmacist practicing in this state and every pharmacy meet minimum requirements for safe practice. The Florida Board of Pharmacy is responsible for the licensure, monitoring and education of Pharmacy professionals to assure competency and safety to practice in their service to the people of Florida.

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