Questions and Answers
Which of the following is an example of a valid DEA number?
Why is it important to verify a prescriber's DEA number?
To ensure legal authority to issue a controlled substance prescription.
The first letter of a DEA number indicates the practitioner type.
True
What does the second letter of a DEA number correspond to?
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In step 1, you add the 1st, 3rd, and 5th digits of the DEA number. In step 2, you multiply the sum of the 2nd, 4th, and 6th digits by ______.
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What should you do with the results from step 1 and step 2?
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If the DEA number is valid, the second digit from step 3 will match the 7th digit of the DEA number.
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Match the following steps with their descriptions:
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Study Notes
DEA Number Verification
- Sample DEA numbers include MH4836726 and FS8524616 (John Smith, MD).
- A prescriber must have a valid DEA registration number to issue controlled substance prescriptions, which must be displayed on the prescription.
- Validity verification of a DEA number is crucial, especially to prevent prescription forgery.
Components of DEA Number
- Consists of two letters followed by seven digits.
- The first letter indicates the type of practitioner or registrant:
- A, B, or F for physicians, dentists, veterinarians, hospitals, pharmacies.
- M for midlevel practitioners.
- P or R for drug distributors.
- Begins with "X" for prescribers authorized to prescribe Subutex or Suboxone outside a narcotic treatment program.
Second Letter
- The second letter of the DEA number matches the first letter of the prescriber's last name or the business name.
Validating the DEA Number: Step-by-Step Method
- Step 1: Add the 1st, 3rd, and 5th digits of the DEA number.
- Step 2: Sum the 2nd, 4th, and 6th digits and multiply by 2.
- Step 3: Combine the results from Step 1 and Step 2.
- Step 4: If the DEA number is valid, the second digit of the total from Step 3 will correspond to the 7th digit of the DEA number.
Legal Considerations
- The “Drug Addiction Treatment Act of 2000” mandates that prescribers include their special DEA number beginning with "X" on prescriptions for Subutex or Suboxone.
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Test your knowledge on DEA number validation with these flashcards. Learn about sample DEA numbers and the importance of verifying prescriber registration. This quiz is essential for healthcare professionals dealing with controlled substances.
