Are Iowa pharmacies permitted to provide therapeutic shoes and inserts to patients?

In Iowa, pharmacies are indeed allowed to provide therapeutic shoes and inserts to patients under certain conditions. This practice is supported by informal guidance, which indicates that pharmacists can be involved in the provision of these products as part of patient care, especially for those with diabetes or other medical conditions that necessitate specialized footwear.

The pharmacy regulatory framework in Iowa recognizes the role of pharmacists in supporting patient health through additional services, including the provision of therapeutic shoes. This can involve collaboration with healthcare providers to ensure that the shoes and inserts are medically necessary and appropriately fitted for the patient’s needs.

While formal approval may be required for some controlled situations or specific types of products, the general provision of therapeutic shoes is aligned with the practice of pharmacy as an area that promotes patient care, which is supported by informal guidance rather than requiring explicit legal authorization in every instance.