Florida hires AIS to inspect, certify nonresident compounding pharmacies

The Florida State Board of Pharmacy said on Tuesday that it has hired ACHC Inspection Services to conduct compounding pharmacy inspections for nonresident pharmacies.


The board requires nonresident compounding pharmacies to undergo an approved inspection before they can receive a state permit for nonresident sterile compounding.


“AIS is committed to working with state boards of pharmacy and compounding pharmacies to facilitate the highest-quality of patient care and safety,” ACHC CEO José Domingos said. “Florida’s efforts to ensure the safety of compounded medications in their state are commendable, and we look forward to working with the state board of pharmacy to provide assurance for their residents.”


AIS, launched as a division of the Accreditation Commission for Health Care in November 2014, evaluates the compounding process according to a predetermined set of criteria. AIS Inspectors who are experienced in pharmacy compounding conduct the inspections.


ACHC is a not-for-profit accreditation organization founded in 1986. The organization has CMS Deeming Authority for Home Health, Hospice and Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics and Supplies (DMEPOS), as well as a quality management system that is certified to ISO 9001:2008. ACHC’s accreditation programs include pharmacy, sleep, private duty nursing and behavioral health.


ACHC accreditation indicates an organization’s dedication and commitment to meeting standards that create an advanced level of performance and patient care.