Navigating New DEA Guidance: Registration Requirements for Practitioners Receiving Controlled Medications
In February 2024, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) issued crucial guidance answering a pertinent question: must practitioners receiving controlled medications from pharmacies be registered with the DEA at each location of receipt? This guidance, EO-DEA285, DEA-DC82, stemming from 21 U.S.C. 829a(a), carries significant implications for practitioners, pharmacies, and regulatory compliance. Understanding the Guidance: The DEA’s […]
Do I Need a Lawyer to Defend My Medical License?
An administrative proceeding involving your medical license can be a complicated legal matter. At first glance, it may not appear to bear the same weight as a criminal or civil case, and as a result, many health care professionals make the mistake of trying to handle the process on their own without the assistance of an attorney. […]
