decisionhealth Newsletters, Part B News - 2016 Issue 5 (May)
Special rules for controlled substance samples may not be worth risk, hassle
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Article Overview
This article explains the general compliance burden associated with office dispensing and handling of controlled substance samples. It is aimed at medical practices, compliance staff, and office managers who need to understand the broad categories of DEA inventory, storage, and disposal documentation requirements that may apply when samples are kept on site. The piece focuses on regulatory and paperwork considerations rather than clinical treatment choices.
Why This Topic Matters
Practices that keep or dispense controlled substance samples must understand the operational and documentation obligations involved. Missteps can create compliance risk, recordkeeping gaps, and storage or disposal problems for the office.
Article Sections
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Why offices may avoid dispensing controlled substance samples
Introduces the practical and regulatory reasons some practices limit sample dispensing in the office. Discusses the setting in which these concerns arise and the types of practices most likely to be affected.
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Know the rules for inventory tracking
Covers broad DEA inventory and recordkeeping requirements associated with controlled substances kept or dispensed in a practice. Summarizes the kinds of records and retention obligations described in the article.
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How to store samples properly
Describes the general on-site storage and personnel-related requirements that may apply when controlled substances are maintained in the office. Focuses on compliance considerations for secure handling and staffing.
What You Will Learn
- The general compliance issues tied to dispensing controlled substance samples in an office setting.
- The broad categories of inventory and retention documentation associated with controlled substances.
- The general storage and disposal considerations that apply to office-held controlled substances.
- Why some practices may decide not to keep or dispense these samples routinely.
Who Should Read This
- Physician practices
- Office managers
- Medical coders
- Compliance staff
- Practice administrators
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