# COMAR Title 10 — Maryland Department of Health

## Subtitle 34 — Board of Pharmacy

### Chapter 35 — Infusion Pharmacy Services in an Alternate Site Care Environment

#### Regulation .09 Discontinuation of Infusion Therapy.

*COMAR 10.34.35.09*

A. If not addressed in the initial order, the infusion pharmacy shall verify an end of therapy order.

B. The infusion pharmacist shall:

  (1) Communicate with the licensed authorized prescriber of record or agent of the prescriber of record to verify:

    (a) An end of therapy order, if not addressed in the initial order; and

    (b) Parenteral infusion access device disposition, including orders for removal or line maintenance; and

  (2) Forward the most current medication list to:

    (a) The licensed authorized prescriber of record; and

    (b) To the patient or caregiver.

C. If appropriate, the infusion pharmacy shall arrange with the patient or caregiver for pick-up of medical equipment.