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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]My pharmacist only fills for people living in his zip code and/or cash buyers. Sucks, but yes, there's a shortage and they have to limit who they fill for.

I don't get mine filled at large pharmacies, I go to a ma and pop in not the best neighborhood. Any time you're looking for adderall you're going to be out of luck in an UMC area.[/quote]

Wow.  This raises both legal and ethical questions.

Pharmacists are regulated by both state and federal laws. They must comply with laws related to the distribution of controlled substances, pricing, and patient care.  During shortages, pharmacies may limit supplies to manage inventory, but they must do so in a manner that complies with regulations and without discriminating against patients.  For example, prioritizing existing customers or limiting sales to cash buyers could be seen as discriminatory depending on the reasoning, especially if this leads to denial of care based on financial status or geographic location.   Furthermore, denying service based on zip code or ability to pay could potentially violate DC's human rights or health laws, particularly if it disproportionately affects certain populations. If the pharmacist is engaging in practices like prioritizing cash buyers, this could also run afoul of insurance contracts or state laws governing patient access.

Pharmacists, like other healthcare providers, are expected to adhere to ethical standards that prioritize patient well-being.   Prioritizing cash buyers and people in specific zip codes during a shortage could be seen as unethical, as it may unfairly limit access to necessary medications based on financial means or geography. It would certainly contradict principles of fairness and equitable care.

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