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Pill Splitting - Clarification of March 11, 2011 Informational Notice
Illinois Medicaid - HFS·IL · Pharmacy·Provider Notice
Effective date
Jul 22, 2011
We identified it
Jun 21, 2026
Summary
This policy clarifies procedures for pill splitting in long-term care facilities when physicians change medication dosages to half the previous amount. It establishes requirements for documenting destruction of unused pill halves, proper handling procedures, and environmental disposal guidelines.
Action Required
Long-term care facilities should review their current pill splitting procedures and ensure staff are following proper documentation requirements for medication administration records. This policy primarily affects facility operations rather than billing procedures.