8 essential elements of a valid prescription
In this episode, we discussed eight essential strategies to prevent prescription drug fraud and abuse:Verify the prescriber's identity.Know the prescriber's DEA number.Know your patient thoroughly.Verify prescription dates for validity; ensure prescriptions are current.Communicate directly with prescribers if any concerns arise.Request identification when necessary.Act decisively if fraud is suspected—never dispense suspicious prescriptions and report incidents promptly.Recognize and report m...