What is the minimum amount of time a nonresident pharmacy must have their telephone number operational each week?

In Georgia, nonresident pharmacies are required to maintain a telephone number that is operational for a minimum of 60 hours each week. This regulation ensures that patients and healthcare providers have adequate access to the pharmacy for any inquiries regarding medications, prescriptions, or services offered. This level of accessibility is designed to ensure proper communication and to address any potential issues that may arise with prescriptions or patient health concerns.

Having the phone line operational for at least 60 hours each week provides a balance that allows for both patient safety and the operational capacity of the pharmacy, making it less likely for patients to encounter difficulties when seeking assistance.

This requirement underscores the importance of accessible pharmacy services, particularly for nonresident pharmacies which may not have the same physical presence as local pharmacies, thus needing to establish trust and reliability in their services remotely.