Summary
The user, a healthcare professional, unknowingly prescribed controlled substances with an expired license in South Carolina. They are concerned about potential DEA consequences and are seeking advice on the possibility of receiving a letter of caution. They have stopped practicing in South Carolina and are planning to practice in Ohio. They have initiated the process of transferring their DEA registration to Ohio, but it is pending due to the expired license issue. The DEA has given them the option to voluntarily give up their license or have the case go to a committee. The user is unsure of the potential consequences if the case goes to the committee.Full Conversation
My SC controlled license expired in October * but I was unaware of it and wrote prescriptions for 2 months. Is there any chance of the DEA giving me a letter of caution?
What state are you practicing in? The DEA's response may vary depending on state regulations.
SC
In South Carolina, practicing without a valid license can lead to penalties. Have you contacted the South Carolina Board of Medical Examiners about this issue?
This is a DEA issue
What specific penalties are you concerned about regarding your DEA issue?
Suspension
What actions have you taken since discovering your license was expired?
In South Carolina, practicing without a valid license can lead to penalties including suspension.
I stopped practicing in SC and am hoping to practice in another state
Which state are you planning to practice in? It's important to know the specific state's regulations regarding license transfer and renewal.
Ohio. I already have an Ohio state medical license but need the DEA to transfer from SC to Ohio
Have you already initiated the process of transferring your DEA registration to Ohio?
For Ohio, the rules are:
- DEA registration can be transferred online.
- You must notify the DEA of your new practice location.
- DEA may require additional documentation.
Yes. However SC won't transfer the DEA until they have completed the investigation
What is the current status of the investigation by the South Carolina Board of Medical Examiners?
The Board is not investigating me. My SC license has expired.
What steps have you taken to renew your expired SC license? In South Carolina, you can renew your license online through the South Carolina Board of Medical Examiners' website.
I do not wish to renew my SC license. I will be practicing in Ohio
What is the status of your DEA registration transfer to Ohio?
It is pending
What is the expected timeline for the completion of your DEA registration transfer to Ohio?
I don't think you are understanding the question
I apologize for any confusion. Could you please clarify what specific information or assistance you are seeking regarding your DEA registration transfer to Ohio?
I want to know if the DEA can give a letter of caution in my situation
What is the nature of the prescriptions you wrote during the period your license was expired?
These were my patients that had established care with me, and they were for refills on their controlled substances
What type of controlled substances were these prescriptions for?
Pain and anxiety
What is the quantity and frequency of the prescriptions you wrote for these controlled substances?
The quantity and frequency is not in question. It's just the license was expired
What is the standard procedure for the DEA in situations where a practitioner has unknowingly prescribed controlled substances with an expired license?
I don't know. I was hoping you did.
What is the DEA's usual course of action in cases where prescriptions have been written under an expired license?
I understand your question, but I do not have the answer. I was hoping you knew this information
What is the DEA's policy on issuing a letter of caution in cases of prescribing with an expired license?
General Information:
- DEA's response varies case by case.
- They may issue a letter of caution, impose fines, or take other actions.
I don't know
What steps have you taken to communicate with the DEA about your situation?
I have spoken with them and told them all the information
What was the DEA's response when you informed them about your situation?
I could volunteer to give up my license or have it go to committee
What are the potential consequences if your case goes to the committee?
I don't know
The potential consequences could range from a warning to suspension or revocation of your DEA registration. It's advisable to consult with a legal professional.
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