Federal Pharmacy Law Flashcards
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What is the maximum number of refills allowed for a Schedule III controlled substance?
Answer: 5
Schedule III and IV controlled substances may be refilled a maximum of 5 times within 6 months of the original prescription date.
Which organization is responsible for scheduling controlled substances at the federal level?
Answer: DEA
The DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) is responsible for enforcing the Controlled Substances Act and scheduling drugs.
Under HIPAA, a minimum necessary standard requires that disclosure of PHI be limited to:
Answer: Only what is needed for the purpose
The HIPAA minimum necessary standard requires limiting PHI disclosure to the least amount needed to accomplish the intended purpose.
What is the purpose of a DEA Form 106?
Answer: Report theft or significant loss of controlled substances
DEA Form 106 is used to report theft or significant loss of controlled substances to the DEA.
Which law requires pharmacies to maintain a medication error tracking system for Medicare Part D plans?
Answer: Medicare Modernization Act (MMA)
The Medicare Modernization Act of 2003 established Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage and related compliance requirements.
How many schedules exist in the federal controlled substance classification system?
Answer: 5
The Controlled Substances Act establishes five schedules (I–V) based on abuse potential, accepted medical use, and safety.