What is the maximum number of pharmacists that a physician can have a collaborative agreement with?

In North Dakota, the laws governing collaborative pharmacy practice agreements stipulate that a physician can have a maximum of three pharmacists with whom they enter into a collaborative agreement. This regulation is designed to ensure effective management of patient care while allowing physicians to engage with a limited number of pharmacists to maintain an organized approach to collaborative practice.

Having a cap on the number of agreements helps streamline the collaboration process, making it easier to ensure quality oversight and coordination of care. The intent behind this limitation is to foster close working relationships that can enhance patient outcomes without overwhelming the physician's capacity to manage those relationships effectively. Thus, the maximum of three allows for sufficient collaborative efforts while ensuring that the agreements remain practical and manageable for the physician.