check_timing string | derived_fields list | drug_schedules_covered string | exemptions string | id string | jurisdiction string | mandate_status string | source string | source_quote string | url string | verified_fields list | recheck_interval_days string | regulatory_citation string |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
PDMP check generally required before initial opioid/benzodiazepine prescribing and periodically for ongoing therapy. Typical exemptions: hospice, inpatient, emergencies. | [
"mandate_status"
] | opioid/benzodiazepine | hospice, inpatient, emergencies | alabama | Alabama | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Alabama: PDMP check generally required before initial opioid/benzodiazepine prescribing and periodically for ongoing therapy. Typical exemptions: hospice, inpatient, emergencies. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/alabama/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"exemptions",
"jurisdiction"
] | null | null |
Check for initial opioid therapy (and often benzodiazepines) and at intervals for chronic treatment. | [
"mandate_status"
] | opioids, benzodiazepines | null | alaska | Alaska | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Alaska: Check for initial opioid therapy (and often benzodiazepines) and at intervals for chronic treatment. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/alaska/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | null | null |
Query before first opioid or benzodiazepine; re-check about every 3 months while continuing. | [
"mandate_status",
"recheck_interval_days"
] | opioid or benzodiazepine | null | arizona | Arizona | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Arizona: Query before first opioid or benzodiazepine; re-check about every 3 months while continuing. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/arizona/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | 90 | null |
Check before starting opioids/benzodiazepines and at least every 90 days if continued. | [
"mandate_status",
"recheck_interval_days"
] | opioids/benzodiazepines | null | arkansas | Arkansas | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Arkansas: Check before starting opioids/benzodiazepines and at least every 90 days if continued. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/arkansas/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | 90 | null |
Must check before first prescribing a Schedule II–IV controlled substance to a patient and at least every 4 months if it remains in the plan. Common exemptions: hospice, certain short ED or post-op supplies, inpatient. | [
"mandate_status",
"recheck_interval_days"
] | Schedule II–IV controlled substance | hospice, certain short ED or post-op supplies, inpatient | california | California | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | California (CURES): Must check before first prescribing a Schedule II–IV controlled substance to a patient and at least every 4 months if it remains in the plan. Common exemptions: hospice, certain short ED or post-op supplies, inpatient. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/california/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"exemptions",
"jurisdiction"
] | 120 | null |
Check for opioids before the second fill or when exceeding short acute limits; benzodiazepine checks are required for ongoing therapy. Use PDMP for dose escalations and combinations. | [
"mandate_status"
] | opioids, benzodiazepines | null | colorado | Colorado | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Colorado: Check for opioids before the second fill or when exceeding short acute limits; benzodiazepine checks are required for ongoing therapy. Use PDMP for dose escalations and combinations. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/colorado/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | null | null |
Check before prescribing a controlled substance exceeding a brief (e.g., 72-hour) supply; re-check every 90 days for chronic use. | [
"mandate_status",
"recheck_interval_days"
] | controlled substance | null | connecticut | Connecticut | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Connecticut: Check before prescribing a controlled substance exceeding a brief (e.g., 72-hour) supply; re-check every 90 days for chronic use. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/connecticut/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | 90 | null |
PDMP check before first opioid/benzodiazepine prescription and periodically thereafter (often at least every 6 months). | [
"mandate_status",
"recheck_interval_days"
] | opioid/benzodiazepine | null | delaware | Delaware | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Delaware: PDMP check before first opioid/benzodiazepine prescription and periodically thereafter (often at least every 6 months). | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/delaware/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | 180 | null |
Check when prescribing opioids/benzodiazepines beyond a short acute course (e.g., >7 days), and at intervals (about every 90 days) for chronic therapy. | [
"mandate_status",
"recheck_interval_days"
] | opioids/benzodiazepines | null | district-of-columbia | District of Columbia | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | District of Columbia: Check when prescribing opioids/benzodiazepines beyond a short acute course (e.g., >7 days), and at intervals (about every 90 days) for chronic therapy. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/district-of-columbia/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | 90 | null |
Generally requires a PDMP consult before prescribing or dispensing controlled substances to most outpatients; typical exemptions include hospice, inpatient, emergencies. | [
"mandate_status"
] | controlled substances | null | florida | Florida | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Florida: Generally requires a PDMP consult before prescribing or dispensing controlled substances to most outpatients; typical exemptions include hospice, inpatient, emergencies. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/florida/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | null | null |
PDMP check before initial opioid/benzodiazepine prescription and at least every 90 days if continuing. | [
"mandate_status",
"recheck_interval_days"
] | opioid/benzodiazepine | null | georgia | Georgia | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Georgia: PDMP check before initial opioid/benzodiazepine prescription and at least every 90 days if continuing. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/georgia/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | 90 | null |
null | [
"mandate_status"
] | null | null | guam | Guam | mandatory | https://drfirst.com/current-epcs-pdmp-compliance-state-requirements | Guam PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Review: Yes Integration Available: No | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/guam/ | [
"jurisdiction"
] | null | null |
Check for first-time opioid/benzodiazepine prescribing and periodically for chronic use. | [
"mandate_status"
] | opioid/benzodiazepine | null | hawaii | Hawaii | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Hawaii: Check for first-time opioid/benzodiazepine prescribing and periodically for chronic use. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/hawaii/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | null | null |
Query before initial opioid/benzodiazepine prescribing; periodic re-checks (often at least annually) for chronic therapy. | [
"mandate_status"
] | opioid/benzodiazepine | null | idaho | Idaho | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Idaho: Query before initial opioid/benzodiazepine prescribing; periodic re-checks (often at least annually) for chronic therapy. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/idaho/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | null | null |
Check the PDMP before prescribing opioids; many prescribers also must check for benzodiazepines and stimulants. Re-check periodically (commonly every 90 days). | [
"mandate_status",
"recheck_interval_days"
] | opioids, benzodiazepines, stimulants | null | illinois | Illinois | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Illinois: Check the PDMP before prescribing opioids; many prescribers also must check for benzodiazepines and stimulants. Re-check periodically (commonly every 90 days). | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/illinois/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | 90 | null |
PDMP check required before initial opioids/benzodiazepines and at intervals for ongoing treatment (often 90 days). | [
"mandate_status",
"recheck_interval_days"
] | opioids/benzodiazepines | null | indiana | Indiana | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Indiana: PDMP check required before initial opioids/benzodiazepines and at intervals for ongoing treatment (often 90 days). | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/indiana/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | 90 | null |
Check before first opioid/benzodiazepine script and every 90 days if continuing. | [
"mandate_status",
"recheck_interval_days"
] | opioid/benzodiazepine | null | iowa | Iowa | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Iowa: Check before first opioid/benzodiazepine script and every 90 days if continuing. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/iowa/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | 90 | null |
PDMP is active; statewide mandatory query rules are limited. Follow board or health-system policy and best practice to check for opioids/benzodiazepines. | [
"mandate_status"
] | opioids/benzodiazepines | null | kansas | Kansas | limited-mandate | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Kansas: PDMP is active; statewide mandatory query rules are limited. Follow board or health-system policy and best practice to check for opioids/benzodiazepines. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/kansas/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | null | null |
Strong PDMP use requirements. Check prior to prescribing Schedule II and many high-risk III/IV drugs (including benzodiazepines) and regularly (often at least every 3 months). | [
"mandate_status",
"recheck_interval_days"
] | Schedule II and many high-risk III/IV drugs (including benzodiazepines) | null | kentucky | Kentucky | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Kentucky: Strong PDMP use requirements. Check prior to prescribing Schedule II and many high-risk III/IV drugs (including benzodiazepines) and regularly (often at least every 3 months). | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/kentucky/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | 90 | null |
Check before initial opioid/benzodiazepine prescribing and at least every 90 days if ongoing. | [
"mandate_status",
"recheck_interval_days"
] | opioid/benzodiazepine | null | louisiana | Louisiana | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Louisiana: Check before initial opioid/benzodiazepine prescribing and at least every 90 days if ongoing. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/louisiana/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | 90 | null |
PDMP check before prescribing opioids/benzodiazepines and periodically (often 90 days). | [
"mandate_status",
"recheck_interval_days"
] | opioids/benzodiazepines | null | maine | Maine | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Maine: PDMP check before prescribing opioids/benzodiazepines and periodically (often 90 days). | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/maine/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | 90 | null |
Check for initial opioid/benzodiazepine prescribing and re-check during chronic therapy (about every 90 days). | [
"mandate_status",
"recheck_interval_days"
] | opioid/benzodiazepine | null | maryland | Maryland | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Maryland: Check for initial opioid/benzodiazepine prescribing and re-check during chronic therapy (about every 90 days). | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/maryland/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | 90 | null |
Check before prescribing Schedule II or III opioids and before benzodiazepines; re-check at intervals (commonly 90 days) for ongoing therapy. | [
"mandate_status",
"recheck_interval_days"
] | Schedule II or III opioids, benzodiazepines | null | massachusetts | Massachusetts | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Massachusetts: Check before prescribing Schedule II or III opioids and before benzodiazepines; re-check at intervals (commonly 90 days) for ongoing therapy. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/massachusetts/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | 90 | null |
Check PDMP before prescribing Schedule II–V controlled substances beyond a brief supply; re-check periodically for continued therapy. | [
"mandate_status"
] | Schedule II–V controlled substances | null | michigan | Michigan | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Michigan: Check PDMP before prescribing Schedule II–V controlled substances beyond a brief supply; re-check periodically for continued therapy. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/michigan/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | null | null |
Check before the first opioid prescription for acute pain and for chronic opioid therapy at intervals (often every 90 days). Benzodiazepine checks are increasingly expected for long-term use. | [
"mandate_status",
"recheck_interval_days"
] | opioid | null | minnesota | Minnesota | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Minnesota: Check before the first opioid prescription for acute pain and for chronic opioid therapy at intervals (often every 90 days). Benzodiazepine checks are increasingly expected for long-term use. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/minnesota/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | 90 | null |
Check before initial opioid/benzodiazepine prescribing and at least every 3 months if continued. | [
"mandate_status",
"recheck_interval_days"
] | opioid/benzodiazepine | null | mississippi | Mississippi | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Mississippi: Check before initial opioid/benzodiazepine prescribing and at least every 3 months if continued. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/mississippi/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | 90 | null |
Statewide PDMP is live; statutory use mandate is limited. Many boards/health systems require checks for opioids/benzodiazepines—follow your board’s rule. | [
"mandate_status"
] | opioids/benzodiazepines | null | missouri | Missouri | limited-mandate | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Missouri: Statewide PDMP is live; statutory use mandate is limited. Many boards/health systems require checks for opioids/benzodiazepines—follow your board’s rule. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/missouri/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | null | null |
PDMP check for initial opioid/benzodiazepine prescribing and periodic re-checks for chronic therapy. | [
"mandate_status"
] | opioid/benzodiazepine | null | montana | Montana | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Montana: PDMP check for initial opioid/benzodiazepine prescribing and periodic re-checks for chronic therapy. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/montana/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | null | null |
The PDMP captures nearly all prescriptions. A universal query mandate is limited; follow board and system policy, and check for opioids/benzodiazepines as standard practice. | [
"mandate_status"
] | opioids/benzodiazepines | null | nebraska | Nebraska | limited-mandate | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Nebraska: The PDMP captures nearly all prescriptions. A universal query mandate is limited; follow board and system policy, and check for opioids/benzodiazepines as standard practice. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/nebraska/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | null | null |
Check before first opioid prescription and at least every 90 days for ongoing opioid therapy; heightened documentation and MME rules apply. | [
"mandate_status",
"recheck_interval_days"
] | opioid | null | nevada | Nevada | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Nevada: Check before first opioid prescription and at least every 90 days for ongoing opioid therapy; heightened documentation and MME rules apply. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/nevada/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | 90 | null |
Check before first opioid/benzodiazepine or other targeted Schedule II-IV prescription and periodically thereafter. | [
"mandate_status"
] | opioid/benzodiazepine or other targeted Schedule II–IV | null | new-hampshire | New Hampshire | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | New Hampshire: Check before first opioid/benzodiazepine or other targeted Schedule II–IV prescription and periodically thereafter. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/new-hampshire/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | null | null |
PDMP check before initial opioid/benzodiazepine and at least every 3 months for ongoing therapy. | [
"mandate_status",
"recheck_interval_days"
] | opioid/benzodiazepine | null | new-jersey | New Jersey | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | New Jersey: PDMP check before initial opioid/benzodiazepine and at least every 3 months for ongoing therapy. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/new-jersey/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | 90 | null |
Check before starting opioids/benzodiazepines and every 3 months for chronic use. | [
"mandate_status",
"recheck_interval_days"
] | opioids/benzodiazepines | null | new-mexico | New Mexico | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | New Mexico: Check before starting opioids/benzodiazepines and every 3 months for chronic use. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/new-mexico/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | 90 | null |
Check the PDMP before prescribing Schedules II–IV (effectively every time). Common exemptions: veterinarians, inpatient, hospice, emergencies. | [
"mandate_status"
] | Schedules II–IV (effectively every time) | veterinarians, inpatient, hospice, emergencies | new-york | New York | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | New York (I-STOP): Check the PDMP before prescribing Schedules II–IV (effectively every time). Common exemptions: veterinarians, inpatient, hospice, emergencies. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/new-york/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"exemptions",
"jurisdiction"
] | null | null |
Targeted controlled substances (Schedule II and III opioids) require PDMP checks at initiation and at least every 90 days if continued. Many clinicians also check for benzodiazepines. | [
"mandate_status",
"recheck_interval_days"
] | Schedule II and III opioids | null | north-carolina | North Carolina | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | North Carolina: “Targeted controlled substances” (Schedule II and III opioids) require PDMP checks at initiation and at least every 90 days if continued. Many clinicians also check for benzodiazepines. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/north-carolina/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | 90 | null |
Check for initial opioid/benzodiazepine prescriptions and re-check periodically for chronic therapy. | [
"mandate_status"
] | opioid/benzodiazepine | null | north-dakota | North Dakota | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | North Dakota: Check for initial opioid/benzodiazepine prescriptions and re-check periodically for chronic therapy. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/north-dakota/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | null | null |
Check before first opioid/benzodiazepine prescription and at least every 90 days if continued; use PDMP for risk signals and combinations. | [
"mandate_status",
"recheck_interval_days"
] | opioid/benzodiazepine | null | ohio | Ohio | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Ohio: Check before first opioid/benzodiazepine prescription and at least every 90 days if continued; use PDMP for risk signals and combinations. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/ohio/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | 90 | null |
Check for opioids, benzodiazepines, and carisoprodol before prescribing and at least every 180 days if therapy continues. | [
"mandate_status",
"recheck_interval_days"
] | opioids, benzodiazepines | null | oklahoma | Oklahoma | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Oklahoma: Check for opioids, benzodiazepines, and carisoprodol before prescribing and at least every 180 days if therapy continues. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/oklahoma/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | 180 | null |
PDMP registration and use are strongly encouraged and required in defined situations by boards; best practice is to check for initial and chronic opioid/benzodiazepine therapy. | [
"mandate_status"
] | opioid/benzodiazepine | null | oregon | Oregon | limited-mandate | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Oregon: PDMP registration and use are strongly encouraged and required in defined situations by boards; best practice is to check for initial and chronic opioid/benzodiazepine therapy. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/oregon/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | null | null |
Check for first-time opioid/benzodiazepine prescribing and thereafter when continuing therapy or risk is present; many clinicians re-check at 90-day intervals. | [
"mandate_status"
] | opioid/benzodiazepine | null | pennsylvania | Pennsylvania | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Pennsylvania: Check for first-time opioid/benzodiazepine prescribing and thereafter when continuing therapy or risk is present; many clinicians re-check at 90-day intervals. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/pennsylvania/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | null | null |
null | [
"mandate_status"
] | null | null | puerto-rico | Puerto Rico | voluntary | https://drfirst.com/current-epcs-pdmp-compliance-state-requirements | Puerto Rico PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Review: No Integration Available: Yes | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/puerto-rico/ | [
"jurisdiction"
] | null | null |
PDMP check before first opioid/benzodiazepine prescription and at least annually for ongoing therapy (more often if risk increases). | [
"mandate_status"
] | opioid/benzodiazepine | null | rhode-island | Rhode Island | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Rhode Island: PDMP check before first opioid/benzodiazepine prescription and at least annually for ongoing therapy (more often if risk increases). | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/rhode-island/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | null | null |
Check before initial opioid/benzodiazepine prescribing and at intervals (often every 90 days) during chronic use. | [
"mandate_status",
"recheck_interval_days"
] | opioid/benzodiazepine | null | south-carolina | South Carolina | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | South Carolina: Check before initial opioid/benzodiazepine prescribing and at intervals (often every 90 days) during chronic use. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/south-carolina/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | 90 | null |
PDMP use requirements are more limited; follow board guidance and standard practice to check for opioids/benzodiazepines, especially for chronic therapy. | [
"mandate_status"
] | opioids/benzodiazepines | null | south-dakota | South Dakota | limited-mandate | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | South Dakota: PDMP use requirements are more limited; follow board guidance and standard practice to check for opioids/benzodiazepines, especially for chronic therapy. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/south-dakota/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | null | null |
Check when starting opioids/benzodiazepines beyond brief acute use and at intervals (often every 6 months) for continued therapy. | [
"mandate_status",
"recheck_interval_days"
] | opioids/benzodiazepines | null | tennessee | Tennessee | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Tennessee: Check when starting opioids/benzodiazepines beyond brief acute use and at intervals (often every 6 months) for continued therapy. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/tennessee/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | 180 | null |
before dispensing or prescribing | [
"mandate_status",
"regulatory_citation"
] | opioids, benzodiazepines, barbiturates, or carisoprodol | veterinarian | texas | Texas | mandatory | https://www.pharmacy.texas.gov/pmp/ | Viewing the patient score alone does not satisfy the mandatory PMP lookup requirement. Visit <https://www.pharmacy.texas.gov/news/pmp-integration-compliance.asp> the PMP integration compliance page to learn more and view an infographic of the full lookup process. A moment checking the PMP could save a lifetime. <https:... | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/texas/ | [
"check_timing",
"jurisdiction"
] | null | Texas Health & Safety Code; effective March 1, 2020 |
Check before starting opioids/benzodiazepines and at least every 3 months for chronic therapy. | [
"mandate_status",
"recheck_interval_days"
] | opioids/benzodiazepines | null | utah | Utah | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Utah: Check before starting opioids/benzodiazepines and at least every 3 months for chronic therapy. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/utah/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | 90 | null |
Check before first opioid prescription and again if treatment extends or exceeds acute limits (e.g., 90 days). | [
"mandate_status",
"recheck_interval_days"
] | opioid | null | vermont | Vermont | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Vermont: Check before first opioid prescription and again if treatment extends or exceeds acute limits (e.g., 90 days). | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/vermont/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | 90 | null |
Check when initiating opioids beyond short acute use and at least every 90 days while continuing; use PDMP for benzodiazepine co-prescribing decisions. | [
"mandate_status",
"recheck_interval_days"
] | opioids | null | virginia | Virginia | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Virginia: Check when initiating opioids beyond short acute use and at least every 90 days while continuing; use PDMP for benzodiazepine co-prescribing decisions. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/virginia/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | 90 | null |
Mandatory PDMP checks for opioids and benzodiazepines at initiation and periodically (about every 3 months) for chronic therapy; additional checks for dose increases and co-prescribing. | [
"mandate_status",
"recheck_interval_days"
] | opioids, benzodiazepines | null | washington | Washington | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Washington: Mandatory PDMP checks for opioids and benzodiazepines at initiation and periodically (about every 3 months) for chronic therapy; additional checks for dose increases and co-prescribing. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/washington/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | 90 | null |
Check before initial opioid/benzodiazepine prescribing and re-check at defined intervals (at least annually; more often for higher risk). | [
"mandate_status"
] | opioid/benzodiazepine | null | west-virginia | West Virginia | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | West Virginia: Check before initial opioid/benzodiazepine prescribing and re-check at defined intervals (at least annually; more often for higher risk). | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/west-virginia/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | null | null |
Review the PDMP before issuing a controlled substance prescription and periodically (often every 90 days) during ongoing therapy. | [
"mandate_status",
"recheck_interval_days"
] | controlled substance | null | wisconsin | Wisconsin | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Wisconsin: Review the PDMP before issuing a controlled substance prescription and periodically (often every 90 days) during ongoing therapy. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/wisconsin/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | 90 | null |
PDMP checks for initial opioid/benzodiazepine prescribing and periodic re-checks are expected, particularly for chronic treatment. | [
"mandate_status"
] | opioid/benzodiazepine | null | wyoming | Wyoming | mandatory | https://pharmacyfreak.com/pdmp-prescription-drug-monitoring-program-you-are-legally-required-to-check-the-database-but-when-the-state-by-state-rules-you-must-know/ | Wyoming: PDMP checks for initial opioid/benzodiazepine prescribing and periodic re-checks are expected, particularly for chronic treatment. | https://referencesource.org/pdmp-mandatory-check-requirements/wyoming/ | [
"check_timing",
"drug_schedules_covered",
"jurisdiction"
] | null | null |
PDMP Mandatory Prescriber Check Requirements by State
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