Section 1385.008

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California Code › Code hsc › Division 2 › Chapter 2.2 › Article 6.1 › Section 1385.008

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On or after January 1, 2027, or the date on which the department has established the licensure process pursuant to Section 1385.009, whichever is later, a person shall not engage in business as a pharmacy benefit manager for a payer in this state unless that person has first secured a license from the director. A license issued pursuant to this article is not transferable without the express and specific permission of the director.

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