What are some of NNMCs pharmacy policies?
While state law may allow for less stringent control, the following are NNMC’s Pharmacy policies. Valid prescriptions will be filled following quantity restrictions and refill limitations. Faxed and telephone-ordered prescriptions will not be accepted. Electronic signatures on paper prescriptions are accepted only for non-controlled substances. Non-controlled medications (e.g. for high blood pressure, diabetes, cholesterol, etc.) – A prescription for a non-controlled medication may only be filled within 1 year of the date originally written. These prescriptions may be refilled, if authorized by the prescriber, up to 12 months from the date originally written. Schedule III, IV, and V medications (e.g. for mild to moderate pain, sleep, etc.) – A prescription for a controlled substance classified in DEA Schedule III, IV, or V may be filled within 6 months of the date originally written. These prescriptions may be refilled, if authorized by the prescriber, up to five times within a 6-month
