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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(1) A prescription drug order may be transmitted by delivery of the original signed written prescription or a digital image of the order, or by a prescriber, prescriber's agent, or representative of a state-licensed or federally certified provider community either electronically, verbally, or via facsimile.
(2) Each prescription drug order shall include at least the following:
(a) The name of the patient or authorized entity, and, if for an animal, the species;
(b) If a controlled substance, the patient's address;
(c) The date issued;
(d) The drug name, strength, and quantity;
(e) Directions for use;
(f) The name of the prescriber, and, if a controlled substance, the address and DEA registration number; and
(g) The signature of the prescriber or, if a renewal of a previous prescription, the prescriber's authorized agent.
(3) A provider may omit drug information and directions and, instead, make an indication for the pharmacist to finalize the patient's drug therapy plan.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Idaho Statutes Title 54. Professions, Vocations, and Businesses § 54-1733A. Prescription drug order minimum requirements - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/id/title-54-professions-vocations-and-businesses/id-st-sect-54-1733a/
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