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Which of the following is NOT a requirement for a practitioner issuing a prescription for a controlled substance?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for a practitioner issuing a prescription for a controlled substance?
- Registration with the state medical board (correct)
- Exemption from federal registration as an official
- Authorization to prescribe controlled substances
- Possession of a registration number from the Drug Enforcement Administration
Under what circumstances may a veterinarian issue a prescription that is not subject to electronic prescribing requirements?
Under what circumstances may a veterinarian issue a prescription that is not subject to electronic prescribing requirements?
- If the veterinarian has a personal exemption form
- If the veterinarian operates outside of the state regulations
- When electronic prescribing is not available due to temporary technological failure (correct)
- When the prescription is issued for an emergency medical procedure
Which of the following practices would violate the requirements for issuing an electronic prescription for a controlled substance?
Which of the following practices would violate the requirements for issuing an electronic prescription for a controlled substance?
- Registering the electronic prescribing application with the local pharmacy
- Issuing a prescription without a registration number from the DEA
- Prescribing a controlled substance without proper patient identification
- Using a non-certified electronic prescribing application (correct)
Which of the following statements about the registration requirements for practitioners is true?
Which of the following statements about the registration requirements for practitioners is true?
What defines a temporary technological or electrical failure according to the regulations?
What defines a temporary technological or electrical failure according to the regulations?
What additional requirement must a practitioner meet when issuing an electronic prescription for a controlled substance?
What additional requirement must a practitioner meet when issuing an electronic prescription for a controlled substance?
Which scenario allows for an exemption from electronic prescribing of controlled substances?
Which scenario allows for an exemption from electronic prescribing of controlled substances?
What is the primary purpose of requiring practitioners to register their electronic prescribing applications?
What is the primary purpose of requiring practitioners to register their electronic prescribing applications?
What must a practitioner do in the event of a temporary technological or electrical failure?
What must a practitioner do in the event of a temporary technological or electrical failure?
Under what circumstances can a waiver be granted by the commissioner?
Under what circumstances can a waiver be granted by the commissioner?
What must the practitioner include in the waiver application to the commissioner?
What must the practitioner include in the waiver application to the commissioner?
If a practitioner is granted a renewal of a waiver, what is required?
If a practitioner is granted a renewal of a waiver, what is required?
What is the maximum duration for which a waiver can be granted?
What is the maximum duration for which a waiver can be granted?
What action is required of a practitioner who issues a prescription after a technological failure?
What action is required of a practitioner who issues a prescription after a technological failure?
In which situation can a practitioner issue a prescription for a controlled substance without electronic means?
In which situation can a practitioner issue a prescription for a controlled substance without electronic means?
What must a practitioner do after regaining the capability to issue electronic prescriptions post-waiver?
What must a practitioner do after regaining the capability to issue electronic prescriptions post-waiver?
Which type of prescription must be filed with the department as soon as practicable after issuance?
Which type of prescription must be filed with the department as soon as practicable after issuance?
A prescription for a controlled substance may be issued only by a practitioner who is authorized to prescribe controlled substances pursuant to his licensed professional ______.
A prescription for a controlled substance may be issued only by a practitioner who is authorized to prescribe controlled substances pursuant to his licensed professional ______.
A practitioner must be registered under the Federal Controlled Substances Act and in possession of a registration number from the Drug Enforcement ______.
A practitioner must be registered under the Federal Controlled Substances Act and in possession of a registration number from the Drug Enforcement ______.
An electronic prescription must be issued using an electronic prescribing ______ that is consistent with federal requirements.
An electronic prescription must be issued using an electronic prescribing ______ that is consistent with federal requirements.
Prescriptions issued by ______ are excepted from any electronic prescribing requirement.
Prescriptions issued by ______ are excepted from any electronic prescribing requirement.
Temporary technological or electrical failure is defined as any failure of a computer system, application, or device, or the loss of ______ power.
Temporary technological or electrical failure is defined as any failure of a computer system, application, or device, or the loss of ______ power.
A practitioner must register the certified electronic prescribing application with the New York State Department of Health, Bureau of ______ Enforcement.
A practitioner must register the certified electronic prescribing application with the New York State Department of Health, Bureau of ______ Enforcement.
The loss of electrical power or any service interruption that reasonably prevents a practitioner from utilizing their ______ electronic prescribing application is considered a failure.
The loss of electrical power or any service interruption that reasonably prevents a practitioner from utilizing their ______ electronic prescribing application is considered a failure.
A prescription may be issued if electronic prescribing is unavailable due to temporary technological or electrical ______.
A prescription may be issued if electronic prescribing is unavailable due to temporary technological or electrical ______.
A practitioner shall, without undue delay, seek to correct any cause for the ______ that is reasonably within his or her control.
A practitioner shall, without undue delay, seek to correct any cause for the ______ that is reasonably within his or her control.
A waiver may be issued by the commissioner based upon a showing of a practitioner that his or her ability to issue an electronic ______ is unduly burdened.
A waiver may be issued by the commissioner based upon a showing of a practitioner that his or her ability to issue an electronic ______ is unduly burdened.
The practitioner's showing shall include a sworn statement of ______ detailing the circumstances in support of a waiver.
The practitioner's showing shall include a sworn statement of ______ detailing the circumstances in support of a waiver.
A practitioner’s application for the renewal of a previously granted waiver shall include an updated statement of ______ detailing the continuing circumstances.
A practitioner’s application for the renewal of a previously granted waiver shall include an updated statement of ______ detailing the continuing circumstances.
A prescription issued pursuant to specific paragraphs shall be filed with the department within ______ hours of the date of issue.
A prescription issued pursuant to specific paragraphs shall be filed with the department within ______ hours of the date of issue.
Without regard to the original expiration date, the waiver granted to the practitioner shall terminate within a reasonable period of ______ as determined by the department.
Without regard to the original expiration date, the waiver granted to the practitioner shall terminate within a reasonable period of ______ as determined by the department.
Any prescription issued pursuant to the section shall be issued as an Official New York State ______ or an oral prescription.
Any prescription issued pursuant to the section shall be issued as an Official New York State ______ or an oral prescription.
The maximum duration for which a waiver can be granted is no more than ______ year.
The maximum duration for which a waiver can be granted is no more than ______ year.
A practitioner who has been granted a waiver shall notify the department in writing within ______ business days upon gaining the capability to issue an electronic prescription.
A practitioner who has been granted a waiver shall notify the department in writing within ______ business days upon gaining the capability to issue an electronic prescription.
If the prescription is for a controlled substance, the quantity shall not exceed a ______ day supply.
If the prescription is for a controlled substance, the quantity shall not exceed a ______ day supply.
Study Notes
Prescription Issuance for Controlled Substances
- Only authorized practitioners may issue prescriptions for controlled substances.
- Practitioners must be registered under the Federal Controlled Substances Act and hold a DEA registration number, or qualify as exempt officials.
Electronic Prescribing Requirements
- Practitioners must utilize an electronic prescribing application that meets federal standards.
- Registration of the electronic prescribing application with the New York State Department of Health, Bureau of Narcotic Enforcement is mandatory.
Exceptions to Electronic Prescribing
- Prescriptions by veterinarians are exempt from electronic prescribing requirements.
- Circumstances leading to technological or electrical failures also exempt practitioners from electronic prescriptions.
- "Temporary technological or electrical failure" defined to include system malfunctions affecting the ability to send electronic prescriptions.
- Waivers may be granted to practitioners demonstrating undue burden due to economic hardship, technological limitations, or other exceptional circumstances.
- Waivers are valid for up to one year and can be renewed with updated documentation of circumstances.
Conditions for Non-Electronic Prescriptions
- Practitioners may dispense non-electronic controlled substance prescriptions if electronic methods are impractical and delay could harm patient health.
- Quantity of controlled substances prescribed in this manner cannot exceed a five-day supply.
- Prescriptions can be issued for pharmacies located outside of New York State.
Reporting and Documentation
- Practitioners must report non-electronic prescriptions due to technological failures within 72 hours of the incident.
- Reporting for prescriptions issued under specific conditions (impracticality or out-of-state dispensing) is required within 48 hours.
- Practitioners must notify the department within five business days upon gaining the capability to issue electronic prescriptions following a waiver.
Prescription Forms
- Any prescriptions issued under the outlined exceptions should conform to the format of an Official New York State prescription or follow specific oral prescription guidelines.
Prescription Issuance for Controlled Substances
- Only authorized practitioners may issue prescriptions for controlled substances.
- Practitioners must be registered under the Federal Controlled Substances Act and hold a DEA registration number, or qualify as exempt officials.
Electronic Prescribing Requirements
- Practitioners must utilize an electronic prescribing application that meets federal standards.
- Registration of the electronic prescribing application with the New York State Department of Health, Bureau of Narcotic Enforcement is mandatory.
Exceptions to Electronic Prescribing
- Prescriptions by veterinarians are exempt from electronic prescribing requirements.
- Circumstances leading to technological or electrical failures also exempt practitioners from electronic prescriptions.
- "Temporary technological or electrical failure" defined to include system malfunctions affecting the ability to send electronic prescriptions.
- Waivers may be granted to practitioners demonstrating undue burden due to economic hardship, technological limitations, or other exceptional circumstances.
- Waivers are valid for up to one year and can be renewed with updated documentation of circumstances.
Conditions for Non-Electronic Prescriptions
- Practitioners may dispense non-electronic controlled substance prescriptions if electronic methods are impractical and delay could harm patient health.
- Quantity of controlled substances prescribed in this manner cannot exceed a five-day supply.
- Prescriptions can be issued for pharmacies located outside of New York State.
Reporting and Documentation
- Practitioners must report non-electronic prescriptions due to technological failures within 72 hours of the incident.
- Reporting for prescriptions issued under specific conditions (impracticality or out-of-state dispensing) is required within 48 hours.
- Practitioners must notify the department within five business days upon gaining the capability to issue electronic prescriptions following a waiver.
Prescription Forms
- Any prescriptions issued under the outlined exceptions should conform to the format of an Official New York State prescription or follow specific oral prescription guidelines.
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Test your knowledge on who is authorized to issue prescriptions for controlled substances. This quiz will cover the key regulations and requirements that practitioners must adhere to, including registration and exemptions. Perfect for students and professionals in the medical and legal fields.
