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",
"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",
"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",
"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",
"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/ | [
"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/ | [
"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 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. Texas Prescription Monitoring Program Sign In Texas Prescription Monitoring ... | 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",
"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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