How frequently must a collaborative practice agreement be renewed?

A collaborative practice agreement must be renewed every two years to ensure that the agreement remains current and reflects any changes in clinical practice, regulations, or the relationship between the pharmacist and the collaborating physician. This two-year renewal period helps maintain the quality and effectiveness of patient care by confirming that the terms of the agreement are still appropriate and that the involved parties remain in compliance with applicable laws and standards. Regular reviews also allow for updates that may incorporate new medical guidelines or changes in a patient's treatment needs, promoting optimal patient outcomes.

The other choices of annual, three years, and five years are not aligned with the established requirement for renewal intervals as they either occur too frequently or not often enough to ensure the ongoing relevance of the collaborative practice agreement.