The DEA often investigates, and visits, physicians and healthcare providers. While these visits are often routine, they can also be a sign that your office is under investigation for illegal prescribing or dispensing of controlled substances. In the past, DEA investigations were often triggered by tips from disgruntled employees or…
Read MoreThe first step in dealing with a DEA audit is to hire an experienced and knowledgeable attorney who can help you navigate the process. The attorneys at Spodek Law Group, P.C. have extensive experience representing pharmacies, pharmacists, and pharmacy owners in DEA audits and investigations. We have helped our clients…
Read MoreThe DEA registration process is a multi-step process that includes completing an application, providing required documentation, and paying the registration fee. The first step in the DEA registration process is to complete the application form. The form must be completed in full and signed by the applicant. The applicant must…
Read MoreIf a medical provider’s DEA registration expires, the provider will no longer be able to prescribe or dispense controlled substances. This could have a major impact on the provider’s ability to treat patients, as well as the patients’ access to care. if you are facing a DEA investigation, you should…
Read MoreHealthcare professionals who want to prescribe drugs must be registered with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and have a valid DEA license number. They must also be licensed in the state where they prescribe controlled substances. When prescribing controlled substances, healthcare professionals must use a prescription pad that has been…
Read MoreThe DEA is a federal law enforcement agency that is responsible for investigating drug crimes. The DEA has the authority to investigate pharmacies and pharmacists who are suspected of violating the Controlled Substances Act (CSA). The CSA establishes the rules and regulations for handling controlled substances, including prescription drugs. Pharmacies…
Read MoreThe DEA is the federal agency responsible for enforcing the Controlled Substances Act (CSA), which regulates the manufacture, distribution, and dispensing of controlled substances. The CSA classifies controlled substances into five schedules, based on their potential for abuse and medical usefulness. Schedule I drugs, such as heroin, LSD, and marijuana,…
Read MoreThe Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) is the federal agency granted statutory authority under the federal Comprehensive Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Act of 1970 to enforce the United States’ drug laws. The DEA is a multi-jurisdictional federal law enforcement agency that enforces drug laws and regulations in the United States….
Read MoreThe audit may result in a loss of your DEA registration, which means you can no longer dispense controlled substances. You may also face civil and criminal penalties. If you are facing a DEA audit, it is important to have an experienced attorney on your side who understands the process…
Read MoreThere are three types of DEA registration: 1. Practitioner – A practitioner is a medical doctor, dentist, veterinarian, scientific investigator, or other person licensed, registered, or otherwise permitted by the United States to distribute, dispense, conduct research with respect to a controlled substance in the course of professional practice or…
Read MoreIf you have had your DEA License denied by the Drug Enforcement Agency and would like assistance in appealing the decision, you may want to consider contacting an attorney who specializes in this area of law. When a healthcare professional has a DEA license, he or she can prescribe and…
Read MoreAn Order to Show Cause is a formal notice from the DEA that initiates an administrative proceeding against your DEA registration. The Order to Show Cause will list the specific allegations against you and will give you an opportunity to respond to the allegations. Depending on the severity of the…
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