In May 2025, Rite Aid filed for bankruptcy, which is expected to lead to pharmacy closures nationwide. As a result, there may be changes to the pharmacy sector in Washington State, including a potential increase in prescription transfers.

Washington State Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission (PQAC) approved a guidance document titled Pharmacy Closures and Prescription Transfers of Noncontrolled Legend Drugs Under WAC 246-945-345. This guidance is effective until November 6, 2025.

The guidance document will be posted to the commission’s policies, procedures, and guidelines webpage.