Verify DEA Number Quiz & Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Why and how would you determine if a prescriber's DEA number is legitimate?

A prescriber cannot legally issue a controlled substance prescription unless he/she has obtained a DEA registration number that must appear on the face of every controlled substance prescription issued by the prescriber.

What does the 1st letter of a DEA number indicate?

Physicians, dentists, veterinarians, hospitals, and pharmacies

Mid level practitioners

Drug distributors

All of the above (correct)

Prescribers with a DEA waiver to write prescriptions for Subutex or Suboxone have an additional DEA number that begins with the letter 'x'.

True

What is the second letter of a DEA number based on?

The same as the first letter of the prescriber's last name or the first letter in the name of the business. Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in verifying the numerical portion of a DEA number?

Add the 1st, 3rd, and 5th digits of the DEA number. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do in Step 2 of verifying a DEA number?

Add the 2nd, 4th, and 6th digits of the DEA number and multiply the sum by 2. Signup and view all the answers

What do you do in Step 3 of the DEA number verification process?

Take your answer from Step 1 and add it to your answer from Step 2. Signup and view all the answers

What must the second digit of the 2-digit number from Step 3 match?

The 7th and final digit of the DEA number. Signup and view all the answers

What is required for a prescriber who writes prescriptions for Subutex or Suboxone according to the Drug Addiction Treatment Act of 2000?

They must include their special DEA number that begins with the letter 'X'. Signup and view all the answers

What does the DEA number 'FS8524616' indicate about the prescriber?

The registrant is a physician (MD), the first letter must be A, B, or F, and the second letter must be 'S' based on the last name. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

DEA Number Verification

A DEA registration number is essential for prescribers to legally issue prescriptions for controlled substances.
Verification of a DEA number is advised to prevent forgery before dispensing controlled substances.

Components of a DEA Number

A DEA number contains two parts: letters and numbers.

First Letter

Begins with 2 letters identifying the registrant type:
- A, B, or F: Physicians, dentists, veterinarians, hospitals, pharmacies
- M: Mid-level practitioners
- P or R: Drug distributors

Special Cases

Prescribers authorized to write prescriptions for Subutex or Suboxone outside narcotic treatment facilities have an additional DEA number starting with "X".

Second Letter

The second letter corresponds to the first letter of the prescriber's last name or the business name.

Verifying the Numerical Portion of a DEA Number

To confirm legitimacy, follow a four-step mathematical verification process.

Step 1

Add the 1st, 3rd, and 5th digits of the DEA number.

Step 2

Add the 2nd, 4th, and 6th digits, then multiply the result by 2.

Step 3

Combine the totals from Step 1 and Step 2.

Step 4

The resulting sum should yield a two-digit number. The second digit must match the 7th digit of the DEA number for it to be valid.

Practice Problem Example

Given DEA #FS8524616 for Dr. John Smith, the analysis performed confirms its legitimacy.
- Initial checks show first letter 'F' and second letter 'S' are appropriate for a physician.
- The arithmetic checks lead to validation of the DEA number.

Relevant Legislation

The Drug Addiction Treatment Act of 2000 mandates the inclusion of a special DEA number starting with "X" on prescriptions for Subutex or Suboxone.

Description

This quiz focuses on the verification of prescriber's DEA numbers, which are essential for issuing controlled substance prescriptions. Understanding how to validate these numbers is crucial for healthcare professionals to ensure compliance with regulations and avoid dispensing errors.