Pharmacists may swap in biosimilar biologic drugs, and plans may require a cheaper biosimilar
Pharmacists may substitute a biosimilar, not only an interchangeable product, for a prescribed biologic unless the prescriber writes "Do not substitute." Plans and insurers may make a stable patient try a cheaper biosimilar if cost sharing is the same or less, with 60 days' notice.
Who it affects
Pharmacists, patients on biologic drugs, health plans and insurers
When
This law takes effect on January 1, 2027. California laws take effect on January 1 of the year after they are signed, unless the law says otherwise.
- : Signed into law
- : This law takes effect
Official text
California SB 1094: Prescription drugs.
On California Legislative Information. The official text is what counts; read it before you act.
Not legal advice. Plain-English summaries to help you find what changes and when. Not legal advice: read the official text, and ask a lawyer about your situation.