What is the pharmacy that is receiving an EPCS transfer from another pharmacy required to do?

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  • Record the following information in the prescription record
    • Name and address of the patient, or the name and address of the owner of an animal and the species of the animal
    • Whether the patient is an adult or a child or specific age
    • Compound or preparation prescribed and the amount thereof
    • Directions for use of the medication
    • Name and address of the prescribing practitioner
    • Date of issuance
    • Federal registry number of the practitioner
    • That the prescription was transferred
    • The name of the pharmacy that first received such prescription
    • The date on which such prescription was issued
    • The date on which such prescription was transferred
    • For Schedule III, IV or V controlled substances, any refills issued for such prescription

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