Can an LTCF store controlled substances in an emergency kit without being registered with DEA?
DEA published the following Statement of Policy in the April 9, 1980 Federal Register regarding the placement of controlled substances in an emergency kit located in an LTCF. STATEMENT OF POLICY The placement of emergency kits containing controlled substances in non-federally registered Long Term Care Facilities (LTCF) shall be deemed to be in compliance with the Comprehensive Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Act of 1970, if the appropriate state agency or regulatory authority specifically approves such placement and promulgates procedures which delineate: A. The source from which an LTCF may obtain controlled substances for emergency kits. The source of supply must be a DEA registered hospital/clinic, pharmacy, or practitioner. B. Security safeguards for each emergency kit stored in the LTCF which include the designation of individuals who may have access to the emergency kits and a specific limitation of the type and quantity of controlled substances permitted to be placed in each e
