Guidelines for Sending Prescriptions

Question 1

Can MA write or prescribe medications?

Answer 1

NO - MA’s cannot write/prescribe medications

Question 2

Can MA send medication prescribed by the provider to the pharmacy?

Answer 2

YES - MA’s are authorized to send prescriptions to the pharmacy electronically or via phone

Question 3

What are federal and state requirements?

Answer 3

federal requirement:
Only licensed or credentialed individuals may send prescriptions electronically

Question 4

Can MA call pharmacy for refill?

Answer 4

YES
when phoning a prescriptions, speak clearly, provide full name and birthdate of patient, identify medication prescribed (avoid abbreviations)

Question 5

Controlled Substances

Answer 5

controlled substances identified by DEA may not be called to the pharmacy