West Virginia MPJE (Pharmacy Jurisprudence) Practice Exam

Which organizations' healthcare providers are exempt from DEA registration?

1. Federal Bureau of Prisons, US Public Health Service, US Armed Forces, Indian healthcare facilities

2. American Red Cross, US Public Health Service, Federal Medical Services, Indian healthcare facilities

3. US Public Health Service, Indian Health Services, Volunteer Health Services, US Armed Forces

4. US Armed Forces, Federal Bureau of Prisons, US Customs, Indian healthcare facilities

The correct answer is: Federal Bureau of Prisons, US Public Health Service, US Armed Forces, Indian healthcare facilities

The correct answer highlights organizations whose healthcare providers are exempt from needing a separate DEA registration to prescribe controlled substances. The Federal Bureau of Prisons, US Public Health Service, US Armed Forces, and Indian healthcare facilities have specific roles and jurisdictional statuses that allow their providers to operate under the umbrella of their respective administrations without individual DEA registrations. This exemption is partly due to the unique nature of their services, which often involve providing care in federal capacities and addressing public health needs. In contrast, the other options include organizations that do not share the same federal exemption status for their providers. For example, while the American Red Cross is an important healthcare organization, it does not provide the same exemptions related to controlled substances as those listed in the correct answer. Understanding the roles and compliance requirements related to DEA registration is crucial for pharmacists and healthcare providers, as it affects their ability to prescribe medications lawfully.