Medical Community Raises Concerns Over Planned Pharmacy ReformThe introduction of the Pharmacy Supply Enhancement Act (ApoVWG) by the German government has sparked significant concern among leading representatives of the medical community. The legislation, currently under review, proposes to expand the responsibilities of pharmacies, allowing them to dispense prescription medications under certain strictly defined conditions. Additionally, the proposed reform would enable pharmacies to offer a wider range of services, including immunizations and diagnostic testing for various illnesses. The National Association of Statutory Health Insurance Physicians (KBV) has expressed reservations regarding the transfer of traditional medical responsibilities to pharmacists. The outcome of these consultations, as well as the broader implications of the proposed reform, remain subjects of ongoing discussion among stakeholders within Germany's healthcare sector.

Source: The Munich Eye December 19, 2025 18:01 UTC